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Vall de Núria Rack Railway and Lift Pass | Times and Fares
In short: Vall de Núria (1,964 m) can only be reached on the Vall de Núria rack railway (Cremallera de Núria), the FGC train from Ribes Enllaç, Ribes Vila or Queralbs: 12.5 km and a 1,000 m climb in about 40 minutes from Ribes, with free parking at all three stations. Return: €34 adult from Ribes and €31 from Queralbs (children aged 4 to 13, €22 and €20; under 4, free). To ski, the rack railway + lift pass costs €41.
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Vall de Núria rack railway: train ticket and lift pass in one booking
The Núria rack railway, run by Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya (FGC), is the only transport up to Vall de Núria: there is no road into the valley. On this page you choose:
- Rack railway + lift pass: the train up and down and a day lift pass for the slopes (€41 adult).
- Rack railway return or one way, without a lift pass, from Ribes Enllaç, Ribes Vila or Queralbs.
- Day lift pass without the train, if you already have a rack railway ticket.
- Retrac snowcat excursion.
According to FGC, the rack railway ticket also includes the Coma del Clot cable car, the exhibitions and the valley's interpretation centre, and entry to the Basilica of Núria. A return ticket means making both journeys on the same day.
Where the Vall de Núria rack railway leaves from
The rack railway has three departure stations and they all go up to Vall de Núria station. The one you choose changes the price and the journey time:
| Station | Where it is | To Núria (uphill) | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ribes Enllaç | Connection with the R3 Rodalies (Renfe) line | 33-39 min | Free |
| Ribes Vila | In the village of Ribes de Freser | 33 min | Free |
| Queralbs | The last station you can reach by road | 17 min | Free |
Coming by train from Barcelona, get off the R3 at Ribes Enllaç. By car, from Queralbs the trip is shorter and an adult return costs €31, compared with €34 from Ribes.
Vall de Núria rack railway fares
Price per person when you book on this page. Children under 4 travel free, and so do dogs (on a lead and muzzled, FGC rule).
Return
| Age | From Ribes (Enllaç or Vila) | From Queralbs |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (14 to 64) | €34 | €31 |
| Child (4 to 13) | €22 | €20 |
| Senior (65 and over) | €29 | €25 |
| Under 4 | Free | Free |
One way
| Age | From Ribes (Enllaç or Vila) | From Queralbs |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (14 to 64) | €23.50 | €21.50 |
| Child (4 to 13) | €15.50 | €14 |
| Senior (65 and over) | €20 | €18.50 |
| Under 4 | Free | Free |
Rack railway + ski lift pass and other options
| Option | Adult (14 to 64) | Child (4 to 13) and senior I (65 to 69) | Under 4 and senior II (70 and over) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rack railway + lift pass (train and lifts) | €41 | €31 | €7 |
| Day lift pass (lifts only) | €23.50 | €17.50 | €7 |
| Retrac snowcat excursion | €21.50 | €13.50 | Free |
The day lift pass without the train only makes sense if you already have a rack railway ticket or walk up.
Vall de Núria rack railway timetable
Official FGC timetable for spring, summer and autumn 2026, with two calendars:
- Low season: May, weekdays from June to October and weekends in November. On weekdays from 2 to 30 November the rack railway does not go up to Núria.
- High season: August, 27 to 31 July, weekends from 20 June to October and the holidays of 1, 8 and 11 September, 12 October and 1 November. On 20 September (Cursa de l'Olla) there is a special timetable.
Uphill: departures from Ribes Enllaç to Núria
| Season | Leaves Ribes Enllaç |
|---|---|
| Low | 7.30⁵ · 8.35¹ · 9.35 · 11.10 · 12.55 · 14.30 · 16.25 · 17.10² · 18.05³ · 20.10³ |
| High | 7.30⁵ · 8.35 · 9.35 · 10.20 · 11.10 · 12.05 · 12.55 · 13.40 · 14.30 · 15.35 · 16.25 · 17.10 · 18.05³ · 20.10³ |
Each train calls at Ribes Vila 6 minutes after leaving Ribes Enllaç and at Queralbs 16 to 22 minutes after, and reaches Núria about 17 minutes later (26 on the 11.10).
Downhill: departures from Núria to Ribes Enllaç
| Season | Leaves Núria |
|---|---|
| Low | 8.35 · 10.20 · 12.05 · 13.40 · 15.35 · 17.10 · 18.05² · 19.00³ · 21.00³ |
| High | 8.35 · 9.35 · 10.20 · 11.10 · 12.05 · 12.55 · 13.40 · 14.30 · 15.35 · 16.25 · 17.10 · 18.05 · 19.00⁴ · 21.00³ |
From Núria it is 22 minutes to Queralbs and 40 to Ribes Enllaç.
¹ Weekends in May, 6, 7, 13 and 14 June, and from 27 June to 8 September.
² Weekends in May, 6, 7, 13 and 14 June and, from 27 June to 8 September, Monday to Thursday.
³ Fridays only.
⁴ Fridays and from 2 to 31 August.
⁵ Leaves from Ribes Vila, not Ribes Enllaç.
The last train down is not the same every day: check the one for your date before going up. For the winter season (1 December to 30 April), check the current timetable on the FGC website.
Source: official FGC timetables (turistren.cat), checked on 6 October 2026.
Getting to Vall de Núria and where to park
- You cannot drive up: Vall de Núria station can only be reached by the rack railway.
- By public transport: R3 Rodalies (Renfe) line to Ribes Enllaç, then the rack railway.
- Parking: three free car parks for rack railway passengers, at Ribes Enllaç (P1), Ribes Vila (P2) and Queralbs (P3).
- Reduced mobility: according to FGC, the train and the stations are adapted.
Things to do in Vall de Núria
- Ski in winter at Vall de Núria resort, with the rack railway + lift pass.
- Ride the Coma del Clot cable car, included in the rack railway ticket.
- Visit the sanctuary and the Basilica of Núria, also included.
- Hiking on the valley paths in spring, summer and autumn.
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Vall de Núria rack railway: frequently asked questions
How much is the Vall de Núria rack railway?
How much is the Vall de Núria rack railway?
Return from Ribes Enllaç or Ribes Vila: €34 adult (14 to 64), €22 child (4 to 13) and €29 senior. From Queralbs: €31, €20 and €25. One way from €21.50 per adult. Children under 4 travel free, and with the ski lift pass included it is €41 per adult.
What is the Núria rack railway timetable?
What is the Núria rack railway timetable?
It runs all year, with timetables that change by season. In FGC's official spring, summer and autumn 2026 timetable, the first train up leaves Ribes Vila at 7.30 (from Ribes Enllaç it is the 8.35 or the 9.35, depending on the day) and the first one down leaves Núria at 8.35; the last train down depends on the day (the 21.00 only runs on Fridays). For the ski season, check FGC's current timetable before you go.
How long is the rack railway journey?
How long is the rack railway journey?
About 40 minutes from Ribes Enllaç: 12.5 km and a 1,000-metre climb to Núria, at 1,964 m. From Ribes Vila it takes about 33 minutes and from Queralbs 17, according to the official timetable.
Where does the rack railway leave from?
Where does the rack railway leave from?
From three stations: Ribes Enllaç, which connects with the R3 Rodalies (Renfe) line; Ribes Vila, in the village of Ribes de Freser; and Queralbs, the last one you can reach by road. They all go up to Vall de Núria station.
Can you drive to Vall de Núria? Where do you park?
Can you drive to Vall de Núria? Where do you park?
No: Vall de Núria can only be reached by the rack railway. You leave the car in one of the three free car parks for rack railway passengers, at Ribes Enllaç, Ribes Vila and Queralbs.
What does the rack railway ticket include?
What does the rack railway ticket include?
According to FGC, besides the journey it includes the Coma del Clot cable car, the exhibitions and the valley's interpretation centre, and entry to the Basilica of Núria. A return ticket means making both journeys on the same day.
Does the rack railway ticket include the ski lift pass?
Does the rack railway ticket include the ski lift pass?
No. To ski, choose the rack railway with lift pass option (€41 adult; €31 child aged 4 to 13 and senior aged 65 to 69): it includes the train up and down and a day lift pass. If you already have a train ticket, the day lift pass alone costs €23.50.
Do I need to buy the ticket in advance?
Do I need to buy the ticket in advance?
It is advisable: FGC recommends buying the ticket before you go to make sure you get a seat on the train.
Can I take my dog?
Can I take my dog?
Yes, and dogs travel free. Under FGC rules they must be on a lead and muzzled; small animals travel in a basket or carrier and cannot take up a seat.
Can I cancel the ticket and get my money back?
Can I cancel the ticket and get my money back?
If you cancel more than 24 hours before the date of the ticket, 100% of what you paid is refunded, provided the resort allows it; within those 24 hours a refund is not guaranteed. It is all in the returns and cancellations policy.
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