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Museo Art Nouveau y Art Déco - Casa Lis
Art nouveau and Art Deco museum inside Casa Lis. Its stained glass, decorative arts, and dolls collection make it a standout cultural visit.
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 42 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Salamanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salamanca will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Salamanca without transferring at least once.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $87, and a bus costs an average of $125.
Distance: 406 miles (655 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m 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 Salamanca:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Salamanca costing on average $125 (€101).
Other travel options to Salamanca take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 4m.
You'll arrive about 24m sooner (8h 4m by bus vs 8h 28m by car) and save roughly $37 (€29) compared to fuel and tolls ($125 (€101) vs $162 (€130)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salamanca buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h55 | 8:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h55 | 8:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 7:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h25 | 8:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h15 | 10:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h00 | 1:00 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h25 | 12:25 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h00 | 1:00 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h55 | 12:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h55 | 12:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h30 | 1:30 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Salamanca run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $125 (€101) but you can travel from only $87 (€70) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 406 miles (655 km) distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 406 miles (655 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€101) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Salamanca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Salamanca trip today.
Art nouveau and Art Deco museum inside Casa Lis. Its stained glass, decorative arts, and dolls collection make it a standout cultural visit.
Cathedral museum route exploring chapels, cloisters, towers, and terraces. It combines art, architecture, and some of the city's best views.
Salamanca's main fine arts museum, displaying Spanish painting from the 15th to 20th centuries in a historic former palace.
Salamanca's grand Baroque main square, lined with arcades and historic buildings. It is the city's social heart by day and night.
Historic university courtyard framed by iconic façades and academic buildings. Essential for appreciating Salamanca's scholarly atmosphere.
Pleasant riverside park below the old city walls. Popular for walking, open views, and a calmer perspective on Salamanca's monuments.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin and tender meat. A Castilian celebratory classic often featured in traditional restaurants around Salamanca.
Roast suckling lamb, prized in Castile and León for its delicate flavor and simple wood-oven preparation. A hallmark of regional Sunday meals.
Air-cured Iberian ham from nearby Guijuelo, famed for rich marbling and nutty flavor. One of Salamanca's most famous protected food products.
Refined Michelin-starred dining near Plaza Mayor, known for creative tasting menus rooted in Castilian products and elegant contemporary service.
Historic restaurant famed for Iberian ham, roast meats, and classic Salamanca dishes in a traditional setting close to the old city.
Long-established tavern celebrated for generous tapas, local cured meats, and informal Castilian dining in the historic center.
Moderate for Spain: rooms, meals, and local buses usually cost less than Madrid or Barcelona, but prices rise in peak student and holiday periods.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Cafes and taxis usually get small change, not a fixed percentage.
Barcelona Salamanca buses depart from Barcelona at intervals of 4 or 5 hours, every day. They must cover distances of more than 800 kilometers. It usually takes more than 11 hours to complete the journey between the two cities, even if there are no transfers.
The Barcelona Salamanca bus route is in charge of the Vibasa (Monbus) and Flixbus vehicles. Vibasa buses offer body lift and lowering, air conditioning, individual air outlet, free wifi, TV, toilet, on-board entertainment, individual plugs and USB sockets. Flixbus has vehicles equipped with 4G wifi, electricity outlets, toilet and sale of snacks and beverages.
The fastest journeys of the Barcelona Salamanca buses last 11 hours, if you take the time from the Sants station, and 30 minutes more if you consider the departure from the Barcelona Nord station. Vibasa's trips stop in Lleida, Alfajarín, Zaragoza, Tarazona, Agreda, Soria, Burgo de Osma, San Esteban de Gormaz, Langa de Duero, Aranda de Duero and Peñafiel. Flixbus schedules trips with transfers in Toulouse (France) or Lisbon (Portugal), and the trips usually last more than 20 hours.
On Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays there are 3 Barcelona Salamanca bus departures per day. On Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays there are only 2 regular departures. The company Vibasa offers 1 daily departure from Barcelona to Salamanca, while Flixbus offers 1 or 2 trips every day.
Barcelona Nord Station: is located 2 kilometres from the centre of Barcelona. You can get from Plaza Universidad to the station in 15 minutes by metro line L1. It has free wifi, elevator, facilities suitable for people with limited mobility, parking, air-conditioned waiting rooms, shops, restaurant bar, automatic slogans and parcel service.
Salamanca bus station: located just over 1 kilometre from the centre of Salamanca, the station has a kiosk, various shops, cafeteria, pastry shop, snack bar, toilets, benches, automatic slogans and beauty and physiotherapy centre. It is possible to arrive from there to the Plaza Puerta de Zamora in 10 minutes taking the bus lines 13 or 26.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Salamanca 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 Salamanca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Salamanca buses use the El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) to Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Salamanca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona–El Prat is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona–El Prat has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options available in all terminals.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTMs available in all terminals for withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona–El Prat.
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona–El Prat: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona–El Prat: Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility available.
Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses is 2 km from Salamanca city centre. Public transport options include:
Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses 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 Bar Salamanca (0.3 km), Fast Food Express (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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