Trips from Barcelona

Spain has one of Europe's most extensive and efficient rail networks, making it easy to connect to most parts of the country from major cities. Not only can you enjoy visiting another city or two, but you can also easily get out into the mountains, canyons, vineyards and olive groves of the Spanish countryside with our hiking or self-drive vacations.

Here are the approximate fastest journey times of the most common routes from Barcelona and a trip idea for each.

• Barcelona - Girona 40m

Catalonia's second city is full of rich history, with a very pretty and walkable compact centre. Its most famous sight is the collection of colorful hanging houses which cluster above the river.

Trip idea: Hills of Girona to Costa Brava Walking Vacation

• Barcelona - Zaragoza 1h 30m

The gateway to hiking vacations in the High Pyrenees, Zaragoza itself has much to offer, from its grand cathedral and medieval Aljafería Palace to its lively tapas bars.

Trip idea: Walking Highlights of the High Pyrenees

• Barcelona - Madrid: 2h 30m

Spain's capital is a melting pot of culture, old and modern. Explore the country's most important works of art, eat tapas in bustling markets and join the locals on a stroll in the Retiro Park.

Trip idea: Great Road Trips: Spain's Month of Wonders

• Barcelona - Pamplona: 3h 45m

Famous as the city of Hemingway, the running of the bulls and pintxos - the Basque version of tapas. Stroll from bar to bar to eat like a local and hear vivid stories from the city's past.

Trip idea: Basque Rioja Walking & Wine Vacation

• Barcelona - Córdoba 5h

One of Spain's most richly historic cities. Córdoba is best known for its Andalucían patios, searing summer heat and the horseshoe arches of the Mezquita, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Trip idea: Córdoba to Granada Inn to Inn Walking Vacation

• Barcelona - Seville: 5h 30m

Spain's most romantic city is adorned with medieval masterpieces, from its soaring cathedral to beautiful Alcázar palace. Join the locals for tapas and a spot of impromptu flamenco.

Trip idea: Villages of Andalucia Inn to Inn Walking Vacation

• Barcelona - Málaga: 5h 45m

A Mediterranean port city with many a story to tell. Visit the Picasso Museum, stroll the hilltop Arabic castle, admire the Roman theatre or use it as a springboard to explore Andalucía.

Trip idea: Food & Culture of Córdoba, Granada & Alpujarra

• Barcelona - Bilbao 6h 50m

A city reborn by Frank Gehry's iconic Guggenheim Museum. Admire one of Europe's most striking buildings then stroll along the river to enjoy the atmospheric pintxos bars.

Trip idea: Picos de Europa Inn to Inn Walking Vacation