- Must visit
Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Depot
The world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility, showcasing thousands of works in a striking mirrored building beside Museumpark.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
21 h 40 m
Average duration
22 h 24 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
1184 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Rotterdam will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 21 buses that leave Barcelona for Rotterdam on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 1184 km distance in an average of 22 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 40 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 23 h 10 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.
83134
93130 · 51095
3140 · 1613
3134 · 1657
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
3158 · 1663
83134
3134 · 1657
3140 · 1613
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $501.
Distance: 735 miles (1184 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $501 Average price | $330 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
23h 16m Average total duration 22h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.6 - 7.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Rotterdam:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Rotterdam costing on average $111 (€89).
A bus is $416 (€334) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Rotterdam costing on average $501 (€403).
Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 44m.
Bus takes on average 22h 46m.
Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $330 (€265) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $244 (€197). The journey takes 22h 46m versus 14h 43m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 25h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Rotterdam buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 23h45 | 10:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 31h35 | 6:45 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h15 | 10:55 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
83134 | 12:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 21h50 | 10:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 27h30 | 6:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
3140 · 1613 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h00 | 5:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 24h45 | 9:10 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h10 | 7:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 28h05 | 1:05 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 25h55 | 10:55 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
93130 · 51095 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h40 | 10:40 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 25h45 | 3:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 26h20 | 6:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 26h55 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 25h40 | 6:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 26h15 | 6:40 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
3134 · 1657 | 4:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 22h20 | 3:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 24h35 | 9:05 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 24h15 | 8:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 23h40 | 8:45 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Rotterdam run on average 17 times per day, taking around 22h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 735 miles (1184 km) distance in 21h 0m.
Distance 735 miles (1184 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 21h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Rotterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rotterdam trip today.
The world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility, showcasing thousands of works in a striking mirrored building beside Museumpark.
A major exhibition hall known for rotating shows on art, design, photography, and culture, with a bold Rem Koolhaas design.
Covers the city’s deep connection to shipping and port life through historic vessels, interactive galleries, and harbor heritage.
Futuristic market hall and architectural icon known for its giant ceiling artwork and lively urban atmosphere in the city center.
One of Rotterdam’s best-known cultural streets, lined with galleries, design spots, and nightlife, popular with locals and visitors.
Historic harbor district with canals, old houses, and a rare prewar atmosphere that contrasts sharply with modern central Rotterdam.
A Rotterdam-born fast-food dish of fries topped with döner meat, melted cheese, salad, and garlic and chili sauces. It is one of the city’s most famous modern local specialties.
Battered and fried pieces of white fish, usually served with a creamy garlic or remoulade-style sauce. Popular at Dutch fish stalls and markets in Rotterdam.
Raw herring, often served with onions and pickles. This classic Dutch snack is widely eaten across the Netherlands and remains a traditional seafood bite in Rotterdam.
Elegant two-Michelin-star restaurant known for refined French-inspired cuisine, polished service, and river views. Ideal for a high-end Rotterdam dining experience.
Well-known upscale restaurant by chef François Geurds, offering creative fine dining with modern techniques in a stylish contemporary space.
Iconic Rotterdam dining venue in the former Holland America Line headquarters, serving seafood, Dutch classics, and brasserie dishes in a historic waterfront setting.
Prices are high by Dutch standards, especially for hotels and dining, though public transport and casual meals are manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Taxis are often rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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