The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Calafell
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
38 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Calafell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Calafell will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Barcelona for Calafell on Wed, May 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
2:40 PM0h10Barcelona2:50 PMCalafell$31One-way0 transfers
5:40 AM0h40Barcelona6:20 AMCalafell$41One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM0h40Barcelona3:40 PMCalafell$51One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM0h40Barcelona9:30 PMCalafell$51One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM1h00Barcelona8:00 AMCalafell$71One-way0 transfers
2:40 PM0h10Barcelona2:50 PMCalafell$31One-way0 transfers
3:00 PM0h40Barcelona3:40 PMCalafell$51One-way0 transfers
5:40 AM0h40Barcelona6:20 AMCalafell$41One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM0h40Barcelona9:30 PMCalafell$51One-way0 transfers
7:00 AM1h00Barcelona8:00 AMCalafell$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Calafell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Calafell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Calafell:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Calafell costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Calafell take longer:
Train takes on average 59m.
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (46m by bus vs 57m by car) and save roughly $1 (€0.86) compared to fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $14 (€11)). 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 BlaBlaCar, Bus Garraf.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Barcelona to Calafell Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Live departures
Barcelona to Calafell bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Calafell buses for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 PM Barcelona | 0h20 | 2:50 PM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Barcelona | 0h10 | 2:50 PM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Barcelona | 0h30 | 4:00 PM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Barcelona | 0h40 | 9:30 PM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
![]() | 5:40 AM Barcelona | 0h40 | 6:20 AM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Barcelona | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Calafell | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Calafell
Buses from Barcelona to Calafell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 18:50. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 7:50 AM |
Last bus 6:50 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Bus Garraf from Barcelona to CalafellYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Calafell with BlaBlaCar, Bus Garraf for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Calafell
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Calafell 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 Calafell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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