There are 5 ways to get from Vienne to Barcelona by train, bus, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Drive
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Drive from Vienne to Barcelona
Train to Lyon, fly
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Take the train from Vienne to Lyon Part Dieu
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Fly from Lyon (LYS) to Barcelona (BCN)
Train to Geneva, fly
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Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
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Fly from Geneva (GVA) to Barcelona (BCN)
Vienne to Barcelona by train
The train journey time between Vienne and Barcelona is around 6h 16m and covers a distance of around 690 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h. Operated by SNCF, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) and Renfe SNCF, the Vienne to Barcelona train service departs from Vienne and arrives in Barcelona-Sants. Typically seven trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienne to Barcelona is to bus which costs €25 - €80 and takes 9h 24m.
The quickest way to get from Vienne to Barcelona is to train and fly which costs €70 - €280 and takes 4h 48m.
No, there is no direct bus from Vienne to Barcelona station. However, there are services departing from Vienne Gare Routiere and arriving at Barcelona Nord - Bus Station via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.
No, there is no direct train from Vienne to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Vienne and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.
It is 509 km from Vienne to Barcelona. It is approximately 609.5 km to drive.
The best way to get from Vienne to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €75 - €120.
It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Vienne to Barcelona, including transfers.
Vienne to Barcelona bus services, operated by Blablabus, depart from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.
Vienne to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.
The best way to get from Vienne to Barcelona is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €75 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €80 and takes 9h 24m.

- Distance: 509.4 km
- Duration: 6h 16m
What companies run services between Vienne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Barcelona, Spain?
Renfe SNCF operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants once daily. Tickets cost €60 - €85 and the journey takes 4h 57m. Alternatively, Blablabus operates a bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Barcelona Nord - Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19 - €24 and the journey takes 7h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Lyon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €290
Flights from Geneva to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €280
Flights from Geneva to Barcelona via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 35m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €30 - €280

- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Lyon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €280
Flights from Geneva to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €270

- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €60 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com

France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Vienne to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 19 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €5 - €18
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €5 - €9
- Rail 1st Class
- €12 - €18
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 57m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €20 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €20 - €29
- Rail 1st Class
- €30 - €45

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Vienne to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €17 - €35
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- sncf-connect.com
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €45
- 1st Class
- €35 - €45

As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Barcelona Nord - Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 35m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €19 - €24
- Website
- Blablabus

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lyon Perrache to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 9h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions

A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Lyon to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €70
- Website
- alsa.com
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The quickest flight from Lyon Airport to Barcelona Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 20m.
Vienne to Barcelona bus services, operated by Blablabus, arrive at Barcelona Nord - Bus Station.
Vienne to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienne to Barcelona is 609 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Vienne to Barcelona.
Vueling Airlines and easyJet offer flights from Lyon Airport to Barcelona Airport.
Book your Vienne to Barcelona train tickets online with Omio.
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