Is the drive from Barcelona to Valencia Nice?

While Barcelona and Valencia on their own have so much to offer that you'd need to spend at least a few days in each city, Barcelona to Valencia drive is no less spectacular. The entire coast of Spain is full of cute old towns, stunning beaches, natural landmarks, cathedrals, hiking trails, and much more.



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While Barcelona and Valencia on their own have so much to offer that you'd need to spend at least a few days in each city, Barcelona to Valencia drive is no less spectacular. The entire coast of Spain is full of cute old towns, stunning beaches, natural landmarks, cathedrals, hiking trails, and much more.

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Road Trip from Barcelona to Valencia
  • Gothic Barcelona Cathedral at night, Spain, Europe.
  • The drive from Barcelona to Valencia is 350 km.
  • The Sagrada Família, Barcelona, Spain.
  • The famous stairs of Parc Güell in Barcelona, Spain.
  • Placa De Espanya, Barcelona, Spain.
  • La Colònia Güell church designed by Gaudi, Spain.


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Depending on what you're looking for, Barcelona is nicer if you're looking for the best nightlife, unique architecture and history, fun tapas restaurants, and a more vibrant atmosphere. Valencia is nicer for the beaches and an overall relaxing experience – though it still offers a great nightlife and music scene.

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The city's climate has an average annual temperature of 17 degrees and 2696 hours of sunlight per year. Indeed, it is one of the factors, along with its proximity to the sea, which has helped the city get to the top of the list of world's healthiest cities in the world.

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Travelling from Barcelona to Valencia by train The fastest trains from Barcelona to Valencia take around 2 hours and 40 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 301 kilometres. On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around 07:00. The last departure is usually at around 20:30.

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And because it's so much smaller than Barcelona or Madrid, you can discover it all in less time (and with way less money!). How much time do you need to see Valencia? I recommend spending a long weekend in Valencia (3 or 4 days), especially if you're visiting the city as part of a bigger tour of Spain.

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Valencia is 220 miles (354 kilometers) away from Barcelona. Can I make a day trip to Valencia from Barcelona? It's possible to do, but your trip would likely be rushed.

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Valencia is a small city so walking is the best way to see everything. However, public transportation is cheap and can get you anywhere you need to go too. Public transportation – Buses cost 1.50 EUR per trip within the city limits. A 24-hour Valencia Tourist card gives you free transit and costs 15 EUR.

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While the city is packed with things to see and do, its compact size means it's easy to get around and see all the city's highlights in 2 days. The combination of great weather, tasty cuisine, cultural richness and fascinating history makes Valencia the perfect location for a weekend getaway.

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The best times to visit Valencia are in April and May and September to October, the sweet spots full of warm weather and void of crazy crowds.

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Tourists will generally find more to do in Valencia than Granada. It is bigger and it has more sights, attractions, and activities for travelers. Valencia is very popular for its food, nightlife, resorts, beaches, shopping, and big city activities, while Granada attracts visitors for its museums and hiking.

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Seville. Undoubtedly a contender for the most beautiful city in Spain, the Andalusian capital is the epicenter for Moorish heritage. There are so many cool things to pack into a Seville itinerary that include history, culture, architecture, and amazing food.

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