- Must visit
Museo de los Caminos
Gaudí’s palace museum explores the Camino, sacred art, and the building itself; Astorga’s standout museum experience.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€70
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€71
Fastest journey on Oct 20
11 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
11 h 48 m
Buses on Oct 20
2
Distance
690 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Astorga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Astorga will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 2 buses from Barcelona to Astorga, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 690 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 12 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 · NormalBuses from Barcelona to Astorga run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €38 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 428 miles (690 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 428 miles (690 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €72 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Astorga buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h05 | 7:05 AM Astorga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h30 | 12:00 PM Astorga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Gaudí’s palace museum explores the Camino, sacred art, and the building itself; Astorga’s standout museum experience.
Museum inside the cathedral with sculpture, goldsmithing, and liturgical treasures that illuminate centuries of local faith and art.
Excellent local museum on Astorga’s Roman past, featuring mosaics, inscriptions, and finds from ancient Asturica Augusta.
Astorga’s lively main square, framed by the town hall and arcades, ideal for architecture, people-watching, and local atmosphere.
Historic route connecting major monuments, with Roman traces, churches, and noble buildings that summarize the old city well.
Historic approach used by pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, adding cultural depth and a strong sense of route heritage.
Cocido maragato is Astorga’s signature chickpea stew with pork and meats, served in reverse order. It is the emblematic dish of Maragatería cuisine.
Mantecadas de Astorga are buttery sponge cakes with a protected status. Their rich aroma and paper wrappers make them the city’s best-known traditional sweet.
Hojaldres de Astorga are crisp puff pastries glazed with sugar. They are a classic local pastry linked to the city’s long confectionery tradition.
Refined restaurant known for updated Leonese cuisine and polished service. A strong choice for tasting regional products in an elegant setting.
Traditional dining room celebrated for cocido maragato. A classic stop for hearty local food in a historic Astorga atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant serving Leonese dishes, grilled meats, and regional specialties. Casual and dependable for a traditional meal.
Astorga is cheaper than major Spanish cities. Rooms, meals, and local transport are generally modest, though summer and Camino demand can raise central prices.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Astorga 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 Astorga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Astorga buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Astorga, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Astorga 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.
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