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Musée du Château Comtal
Museum inside the count’s castle presenting archaeological finds and the history of the fortress. Ideal for context before walking the ramparts.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
$30
Average ticket price on Oct 09
$34
Fastest journey on Oct 09
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
4 h 33 m
Buses on Oct 09
4
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 4 buses from Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 4 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 4 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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FlixBusBuses from Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 but you can travel from only $1 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne buses for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3134 | 4:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 4h40 | 9:20 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 4h40 | 9:20 PM Carcassonne, Place Davilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 3h55 | 11:25 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 4h55 | 3:25 AM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside the count’s castle presenting archaeological finds and the history of the fortress. Ideal for context before walking the ramparts.
Fine arts museum with paintings, ceramics, and decorative arts in a townhouse setting. A rewarding cultural break in the lower town.
Contemporary art center in the old chapel of the Jesuits. Hosts changing exhibitions in an atmospheric historic interior.
Lively central square in the Bastide Saint-Louis framed by plane trees and elegant facades. Ideal for soaking up the lower town atmosphere.
The lower town grid of boulevards, shops, and civic buildings. A useful contrast to the medieval citadel and great for everyday local character.
Pleasant riverside route near the old bridge offering postcard views of the fortified city, especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset.
A rich slow-cooked bean and meat stew from Languedoc, often made with confit duck and sausage. It is the signature regional dish around Carcassonne.
A dry red wine from the hills near Carcassonne. It is traditional to the area and known for robust blends of Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvèdre.
Sparkling wine produced in Limoux near Carcassonne, often said to predate Champagne. It is a classic local apéritif and celebration drink.
Fine dining restaurant by chef Franck Putelat, known for creative Michelin-starred cuisine and polished contemporary service.
Historic restaurant inside La Cité, famed for cassoulet and refined regional cuisine in an elegant old-stone setting.
Traditional dining room in La Cité known for hearty cassoulet and classic southwest dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining in the medieval city cost more in peak season, but local buses and simple meals stay reasonable versus larger French tourist cities.
Service is usually included in France. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
Official public transport app
Boulevard de Varsovie -> Gare de Carcassonne
Barcelona Carcassonne buses are managed by several European companies: the Swiss Eurolines Switzerland, the Spanish Linebus, the French Ouibus and the German Flixbus. Each of these coaches has air conditioning, reclining seats with plenty of legroom and toilets on board. The Linebus fleet also offers an entertainment channel and individual reading light.
The shortest journeys last 4 hours and 20 minutes and are operated by Linebus, Eurolines Switzerland and Flixbus. The duration of the rest of the direct connections in buses Barcelona Carcassonne oscillates between 4 hours and 40 minutes and 5 hours. The trips with 1 stopover are in charge of Flixbus and last between 7 and 11 hours.
From Monday to Friday there are 8 daily buses, of which 2 operate with transfer in Montpellier or Toulouse. On Saturdays there are 4 connections and on Sundays, 8 connections, all of them direct. Depending on the type of journey and the company, Barcelona-Carcasona buses operate without intermediate stops or stop in the city of Perpignan.
.Barcelona-Nord and Barcelona-Sants stations: the first one is located in the central district of the Ensanche and connects with other neighbourhoods of Barcelona by means of the metro line 1. Its enclosure offers the traveler free wifi connection, cafeterias and waiting rooms with background music. Sants station is located in the centre of Barcelona and communicates with other urban areas via metro lines 5 and 3. Inside there are pharmacies, ATMs, cafes and slogans.
Bulevar Omer Sarraut and boulevar de Varsovie: both are final stops of the trip to Carcassonne. The first one is located in the André Chénier square, next to the Omer Sarraut boulevard. It is surrounded by hotels, fast food outlets, restaurants and newsstands. The second stop is located on Varsovie Boulevard, next to the free outdoor car park, André Chénier landscaped park, hotels and cafeterias.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Cité de Carcassonne buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie station pair, with some services arriving at Carcassonne, Place Davilla. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Cité de Carcassonne 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.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) is 11 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) 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), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Elevators, ramps.
Carcassonne, Place Davilla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several cafes are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Carcassonne, Place Davilla. ATMs are available at Carcassonne, Place Davilla.
Ticket office support is available at Carcassonne, Place Davilla.
Available at Carcassonne, Place Davilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carcassonne, Place Davilla: Basic accessibility provided.
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