Reaching Andalusia by Train

Anyone wanting to experience Andalusia in an authentic, relaxed, and sustainable way shouldn’t miss out on the adventure of traveling there by train. Whether coming from Berlin, Vienna, Hamburg or Graz – the journey to Spain’s sunny south is surprisingly easy and genuinely fun. Best of all? You get to see several European highlights along the way.

Night trains heading toward Paris

The journey almost always starts with a night train – the perfect way to cover distance without losing a day of vacation. From Berlin, there’s a daily night train to Offenburg (departure 21:03 – arrival 05:46). From Hamburg, the night train also runs daily to Offenburg (22:08 – 06:37). From Vienna, two night trains depart daily to Zurich (21:39 – 08:20 and 23:28 – 08:20). From Graz, the night train departs at 22:30 and arrives in Zurich at 09:20.

From Zurich, it’s a super smooth connection: TGVs to Paris run several times a day and take about 4 hours. From Offenburg, it’s even quicker: the TGV takes just around 2 hours to reach Paris (07:17 – 09:35).

Stopover in Paris

Paris isn’t just a great transfer hub – it’s a destination with its own magic. A few hours (or even a whole day) here are totally worth it. Gare de Lyon is centrally located, metro connections are easy, and a baguette with café au lait gives off instant French vibes.

High-speed through southern France In summer, high-speed trains run up to 3 times a day from Paris to Barcelona.

Departure times:

06:40 07:41 14:42 Travel time? Just 6 hours and 45 minutes. The TGV glides through the scenic landscapes of southern France – the perfect chance to soak up some early sun through the window or get lost in a good book.

Viva Barcelona

Barcelona is definitely worth more than a quick transfer. The city buzzes with beach energy, tapas bars and stunning architecture. A stroll through the Gothic Quarter or watching the sunset from Bunker del Carmel makes it clear why people fall in love with this place.

Heading south to Andalusia

From Barcelona, there are daily direct trains deep into southern Spain – and they’re super comfortable.

There are 4 direct trains daily to:

Seville (approx. 6 hours) Malaga (approx. 6 hours) And for anyone heading to the city of the Alhambra:

1 train daily to Granada, departure at 06:45, travel time 6 hours and 26 minutes. No worries – smaller cities and coastal spots are well-connected too. Easy transfers are available to:

Huelva (approx. 1h30 from Seville) Cadiz (also approx. 1h30 from Seville) Algeciras (approx. 3 hours from Antequera-Santa Ana AVE) Whether it’s the Atlantic or the Mediterranean calling – Andalusia’s rail network makes it all possible.

What’s the cost?

For travelers under 28, the full round trip starts at around €390. From 28 and up, prices start at around €440.

Considering everything seen and experienced along the way – from Alpine peaks to sunsets in Seville – it’s a pretty solid deal.

What are you waiting for?

This train journey blends relaxed travel with serious variety. Along the way there’s big-city energy in Paris, Mediterranean vibes in Barcelona, and the full Andalusia package with flamenco, palm trees and guaranteed sunshine. It’s not just sustainable – it’s full of options: stay longer in a city on a whim, find hidden gems off the tourist path, or just enjoy the ride as time to unwind.

For anyone who loves Europe and wants to travel mindfully, the train route to Andalusia is a real highlight.🚄💛

Safe traivels and happy riding! 🌍✨

09.05.2025