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Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 23 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albacete to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Barcelona will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 5 buses that leave Albacete for Barcelona on Wed, Jun 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 433 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Albacete to Barcelona:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albacete to Barcelona costing on average $77 (€63).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 57m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€57) compared to roughly $105 (€85) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 6h 57m versus 5h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Barcelona buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 3:05 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 9:45 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
Normal | 6:30 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 2:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 2:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 3:45 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 4:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Albacete to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Barcelona’s leading fine arts museum, especially strong in Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and Catalan modernism.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and strong views over the city from Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s best-known promenade, lively and crowded, linking Plaça de Catalunya with the old port.
Historic heart of Barcelona with medieval lanes, small squares, hidden courtyards, and many major monuments.
Elegant boulevard lined with luxury shops and landmark modernist buildings including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals and tapas.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with deep smoky flavor.
A Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is especially associated with coastal Catalan cooking.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering highly creative contemporary cuisine by celebrated chefs in an elegant modern space.
Historic traditional restaurant in the Gothic Quarter known for classic Catalan dishes such as escudella, roast meats, and crema catalana.
Lively, established seafood and tapas spot near El Born, famous for market-fresh plates, shellfish, and a bustling counter atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are fair value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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