- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
17 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 17 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
881 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Algeciras to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Algeciras to Barcelona will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 7 buses that leave Algeciras for Barcelona on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 881 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 55 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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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Algeciras to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $35, and a bus costs an average of $117.
Distance: 547 miles (881 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $165 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 13m Average total duration 19h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Algeciras to Barcelona:
A flight is $0.19 (€0.15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Algeciras to Barcelona costing on average $166 (€133).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 52m.
Bus takes on average 19h 43m.
Ferry takes on average 37h 47m.
You'll arrive about -9h -47m sooner (19h 43m by bus vs 10h 56m by car) and save roughly $-149.88 (€-120.74) compared to fuel and tolls ($166 (€133) vs $16 (€13)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 31h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $158 |
The table below shows live departures for Algeciras to Barcelona buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 11:00 PM Algeciras, Estación Marítima | 18h55 | 5:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses | 31h30 | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses | 32h50 | 2:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses | 31h20 | 12:50 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses | 31h55 | 1:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses | 41h40 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Algeciras to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $117 (€94) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 547 miles (881 km) distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 547 miles (881 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€94) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 2:20 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s national art museum, best known for Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and fine views from Montjuïc. A top choice for art and architecture lovers.
Hilltop museum focused on Joan Miró, with an excellent collection of paintings, sculptures, and temporary exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront. Busy, historic, and central for first-time visitors.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, medieval squares, and layered Roman remains. One of the city’s essential walking areas.
Elegant boulevard lined with major Modernisme buildings, luxury shops, and some of Barcelona’s best-known architectural highlights.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion, usually dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
A fresh salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is a traditional Catalan seafood starter popular in Barcelona.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering creative modern tasting menus by leading Barcelona chefs. Ideal for a high-end culinary experience.
Historic traditional restaurant serving classic Catalan cuisine in an old-world dining room. Known for heritage dishes and a long-standing reputation.
Established grand restaurant famous for rice dishes, seafood, and classic Catalan cooking. A refined yet traditional Barcelona institution.
Moderate for Western Europe. Tapas and transit are manageable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
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