- Must visit
Cité de l'Espace
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Toulouse will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 19 buses that leave Barcelona for Toulouse on Thu, Aug 20, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 20 the direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Aug 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 157 miles (253 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price | $389 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Toulouse:
A bus is $110 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Toulouse costing on average $141 (€115).
A bus is $357 (€289) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Toulouse costing on average $389 (€315).
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $66 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€28). The journey takes 5h 0m versus 4h 8m 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, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Internorte.
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 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Toulouse buses for today, Wednesday, August 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 6h00 | 6:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3616 | 1:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h30 | 7:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 6h50 | 9:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
53024 | 2:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h50 | 8:35 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h55 | 9:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3134 | 4:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 6h05 | 10:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 6h10 | 12:15 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h30 | 12:15 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h20 | 12:50 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 6h40 | 5:00 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3128 | 11:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h10 | 4:55 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 20 | |||||
3140 | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h40 | 11:40 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h45 | 12:25 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
50026 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 4h45 | 12:30 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3614 | 8:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h50 | 2:35 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h55 | 2:55 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 5h50 | 4:15 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Barcelona to Toulouse run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (253 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 157 miles (253 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Fine arts museum in a former abbey, known for Romanesque sculptures, paintings, and tranquil cloisters near Saint-Sernin.
Contemporary art museum inside a former slaughterhouse, featuring major exhibitions and a lively riverside cultural setting.
Toulouse's grand central square, framed by arcades and the Capitole. The city's main meeting point and top orientation stop.
Canal du Midi promenade shaded by plane trees, ideal for walking or cycling away from busy city streets.
Lively square lined with terraces and animated by local life, just beside Saint-Sernin and the historic center.
Slow-cooked white bean stew with Toulouse sausage, duck confit, and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish and a major symbol of southwestern cuisine.
Fresh pork sausage seasoned simply and traditionally grilled or cooked in cassoulet. It is one of Toulouse’s best-known charcuterie specialties.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat. Common across the southwest, it is a classic bistro staple often served with potatoes or beans.
Michelin-starred dining focused on refined regional ingredients and modern French technique in an intimate, polished setting.
Long-established institution specializing in cassoulet and regional southwest dishes. Traditional, busy, and popular with locals and visitors alike.
Classic Toulouse address serving generous southwest fare, especially duck and cassoulet, in a warm and traditional dining room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
Barcelona Toulouse buses depart from the Nord station in Barcelona, and arrive at the main station in the Gallic city . All of them make the journey directly, without transhipment, and there are a total of 27 daily frequencies in this direction. In order to know the best time, with Omio you can do the search in a few seconds, and you also have the possibility to buy tickets. Both the website and the exclusive app offer this possibility, which in addition to the convenience of avoiding queues and journeys, allows the ticket to be stored in electronic format.
Several companies make this journey: Eurolines, which has the most buses, as well as Ouibus, Linebus, and Flixbus.
The average duration of this journey is seven hours. The slowest of them all is the one that leaves at 9.00 and arrives at 16.50, using 7 hours and 50 minutes to complete the journey. On the other hand, the faster one uses only 5 hours and 40 minutes. It is operated by Flixbus, and leaves at 10.30 a.m., arriving at 4.30 p.m.
The first bus on this route leaves at 8.15, and after a journey of 7 hours and 35 minutes, arrives in the French city at 15.50. The last of them is the one that leaves at 2.05 and arrives at 7.30.
.The above-mentioned 2.05 am bus, operated by Eurolines, is the one that makes the journey at night.
The average ticket price is 35€.
The Barcelona - Nord station is the busiest in Catalonia and from here the buses depart from Barcelona. Toulouse . It's an intermodal station, which is accessed by the city's Metro with its line 1, as well as three suburban trains, 1, 3 and 4, and regional train line 12. Toulouse station connects with the metro line A and the city bus 12, in addition to the 22.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Toulouse buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Toulouse 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.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants 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 Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: 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.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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