The average train between Barcelona and Jaén takes 8h 45m and the fastest train takes 7h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Barcelona to Jaén. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Barcelona and Jaén. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barcelona is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Jaén at 1:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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7h 39m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Barcelona to Jaén? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Jaén. However, there are services departing from Barcelona station and arriving at Jaén station via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.
Barcelona to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
Barcelona to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Jaen station.
Book your Barcelona to Jaén train tickets online with Renfe AVE, Renfe Viajeros and 2 other operators.
The distance between Barcelona and Jaén is 650 km. The road distance is 974 km.
You can take a train from Barcelona-Sants to Jaen via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes in around 8h 25m.