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Museo de Albacete
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€55
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€56
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
8 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Albacete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Albacete will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 buses from Barcelona to Albacete, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 433 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €34, while a bus costs an average of €53.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Barcelona to Albacete:
A train is €19 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Albacete costing on average €53.
Other travel options to Albacete take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 58m.
Tickets start at around €53 compared to roughly €86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €33. The journey takes 6h 58m versus 5h 40m 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.
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 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Albacete buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 5:30 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Albacete run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 4 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 15m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Albacete — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albacete trip today.
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
A distinctive museum devoted to cutlery, the craft most associated with Albacete, housed in the historic Casa del Hortelano.
A contemporary art center featuring rotating exhibitions and cultural programming in a modern municipal venue.
Albacete’s most famous modernist passage, lined with shops and ornate details, ideal for architecture lovers and city-center walks.
The city’s central square and social heart, surrounded by landmark buildings and a natural starting point for exploring Albacete.
A historic fairground area unique for its circular layout, central to the city’s identity and annual Feria celebrations.
Hearty gazpacho manchego is a hot game or rabbit stew with flatbread pieces, a classic inland La Mancha dish tied to hunting and shepherd cooking.
Atascaburras is a rustic mash of potato, cod, garlic and olive oil, often topped with egg and walnuts, traditionally eaten in cold weather across Albacete.
Migas ruleras are fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, oil and often pork products or grapes, a frugal farmhouse staple of La Mancha.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with creative tasting menus rooted in La Mancha ingredients and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Manchego classics, game dishes and regional products in a formal, old-school atmosphere.
Popular central venue for rice dishes, seafood and Spanish classics, with a lively brasserie feel and broad local appeal.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, making it good value for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza del Altozano
From Monday to Saturday there are several direct buses with 1 transfer in Valencia that cover the route between Barcelona and Albacete. On Sundays, all available Barcelona Albacete buses are direct. Direct buses run for a minimum of 6 hours and 45 minutes. Direct buses and 1 transfer buses are managed by 2 different companies. The distance between Barcleona and Albacete is 512 kilometers.
All direct Barcelona Albacete buses are programmed by the company Alsa, which operates with a fleet of buses equipped with footrests, wifi, WC and entertainment on board. On the other hand, itineraries with 1 transfer in Valencia are managed by Hife, which has buses with a large space between seats and the latest in security systems.
The fastest Barcelona Albacete buses complete their journey in 6 hours and 45 minutes. Other slower direct itineraries have an estimated travel time of around 7 hours and 45 minutes. Buses that make 1 transfer in Valencia complete their journey in at least 9 hours and 25 minutes.
From Monday to Saturday there are 6 aubuses Barcelona Albacete available at different times of the morning, afternoon and night; 3 of them are direct and 3 make transfer. On Sundays the frequency is reduced to 3 direct buses operated by Alsa.
Barcelona Nord station: is located in the Dreta de l'Eixample neighbourhood, very close to the centre of Barcelona. The urban bus 54 connects the centre of Barcelona with Nord station in about 15 minutes. The facilities of this station are adapted for people with reduced mobility and have commercial galleries, bar-restaurant, free wifi, waiting rooms, lifts, consignment service and parking.
Albacete Bus Station: is located northeast of the city, very close to the Albacete-LLanos train station. From the bus station you can get to the centre of Albacete in about 8 minutes by taking the city bus line C. The station grounds include a cafeteria, kiosk, shops, waiting room and ample parking.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Albacete by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Albacete, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Albacete buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Albacete bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
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