Is it better to fly or take the train from Barcelona to Paris?

The plane is probably best if time and cost are your considerations. Easyjet from Orly is a good choice. But if you are in the mood, and feel like a leisurely train journey, then the service is now great over this route - 6.5 hours.



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Is the Paris to Barcelona train scenic? The Paris to Barcelona train journey is one that allows passengers to take in the beauty of the French and Spanish countryside, including the superb Rhône Valley.

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Train fares are usually more expensive than plane tickets and the train takes longer Therefore, we recommend taking a plane to Paris, but this alternative is perfect for those who don't like to fly. You can check out the schedules and fares on TGV's official website: TGV Europe.

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So far as times are concerned, although the flight is a little over an hour, you have to factor in the fact that Eurostar drops you in the centre of PAris, with no immigration procedures to worry about, whereas you need to allow best part of 20 mins to get through passport control at the airport plus another 30 mins or ...

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  1. Air France. Air France operates the highest number of nonstop routes between the U.S. and France, connecting 14 cities to Paris or Nice. ...
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From Paris Gare de Lyon, the TGV INOUI serves Barcelona Sants station in the heart of the Catalan capital. The journey is direct and takes about 6 hours and 42 minutes to travel the 831 km between Paris and Barcelona. On average, during the week, there are five trains a day from Paris to Barcelona.

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“Generally speaking, traveling by plane is faster and more convenient, but can be more expensive and stressful. On the other hand, traveling by train is usually cheaper and more comfortable, but can take much longer.”

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Unless you book well in advance, the cost of traveling to Paris on the Eurostar is more expensive than flying.

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Some will say mid-week flights on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday are the cheapest. Others will tell you to take a red-eye all night flight to save the most.

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Thanks to the fast and efficient Eurostar train, it's never been easier to visit Paris for a day. The train takes just two hours and 20 minutes. Honestly, one day isn't enough for Paris — ideally, you should spend as much time there as you can. I would gladly stay in Paris for weeks on end.

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Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your train leaving so you can have a stress-free check-in.

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But if you're planning a longer journey with multiple stopovers and changes, the flexibility and convenience of a Eurail Pass is unrivalled – and for many popular routes it works out cheaper than point-to-point tickets, especially if you're traveling as a group or with children and you can take advantage of Eurail ...

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How many days do you need to visit? I think to really get a feel for Barcelona you should plan for at least four or five days. While you could see the highlights in less, you'll do yourself a disservice if you hurry your visit. This is a city of late-night dinners and afternoon siestas.

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