Train Travel in Spain

It's not as fast as flying but it's a very enjoyable way of getting to Valencia.

The trains are modern, clean and one of the fastest in Europe. What better way to see these beautiful countries than on a high speed train.

Over the past decade millions of euros have been spent on up-grading Spain's railway system and they have succeeded in providing one of the most economical and enjoyable ways of traveling in Spain.

Just fill in your dates of travel in the box below and you'll see how easy and affordable it is to travel by train through Europe.

Train travel in Spain is a great experience and if you don't speak much Spanish it's always a good idea to have a map of where you are going handy (also a Spanish phrase book). This helps if you should need to ask for directions or any other kind of information.

Train travel in Spain - Buying Tickets

Train travel in Spain - Spanish Trains

Trains from Barcelona to Valencia

• Euromed - High speed train from Barcelona to Valencia - (3 hours).

• Arco - trains from Valencia to Barcelona stopping at all the main stations along the Mediterranean coast.

• Alaris - The Alaris is a high speed train between Madrid and Valencia which takes 3 hours 30 mins. Another high-speed train which is under construction will reach Madrid in 90 minutes!

Train Travel to Spain from London...

If you're wondering how much this costs then check out Eurostars special offers on City Breaks. At the moment fares from London Waterloo to Paris Nord start from £59.

Trainhotel Elipsos overnight trains operate daily and offer you all the comforts of a hotel.

There's nothing more exciting or romantic than speeding through France on a high speed train. Enjoy a delicious meal in the restaurant car and then settle down for the night in your very own sleeping compartment.

- overnight trains from Paris to Barcelona.

Travel by train in Spain - Barcelona to Valencia

Renfe operate the regional train networks throughout Spain and as their website is in many languages (including English) you should have no problem. Just click on the flag of your required language and fill in the details.

The Map of Valencia train network shows the route you will be taking from Barcelona to Valencia and trains from Valencia to Barcelona on route C-6. The map is also be very useful if you're visiting the surrounding areas of Valencia and Barcelona.

Travel from Barcelona to Valencia By Bus

Hotels in Barcelona
If you can, it's a good idea to spend a night in Barcelona before going on to Valencia. Take advantage of your time here and check into one of the many lovely hotels in Barcelona and enjoy this amazing city. If you're feeling adventurous the following are a selection things to do in Barcelona.

Train travel in Spain is excellent for those who don't particularly like flying and also a fantastic way to combine a trip through Europe with your city break to Valencia.