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Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
12 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
720 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Besançon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Besançon to Barcelona will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
Of the 3 buses that leave Besançon for Barcelona on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 720 km distance in an average of 12 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 13 h 25 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Besançon to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a train costs an average of $161.
Distance: 447 miles (720 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$81 Average price Cheapest | $325 Average price | $140 Average price | $274 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Besançon to Barcelona:
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Besançon to Barcelona costing on average $140 (€113).
A bus is $244 (€198) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Besançon to Barcelona costing on average $325 (€263).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 0m.
Bus takes on average 11h 40m.
Tickets start at around $81 (€65) compared to roughly $274 (€222) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $194 (€157). The journey takes 11h 40m versus 8h 53m 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 FlixBus.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for Besançon to Barcelona buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 AM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 16h20 | 2:10 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 16h05 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 15h40 | 4:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 11h35 | 10:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Besancon, Gare de la Viotte | 12h10 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Besançon | 13h25 | 8:40 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Besançon to Barcelona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 447 miles (720 km) distance in 12h 10m.
Distance 447 miles (720 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 10m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Barcelona’s leading fine arts museum, especially strong in Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and Catalan modernism.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and strong views over the city from Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s best-known promenade, lively and crowded, linking Plaça de Catalunya with the old port.
Historic heart of Barcelona with medieval lanes, small squares, hidden courtyards, and many major monuments.
Elegant boulevard lined with luxury shops and landmark modernist buildings including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals and tapas.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with deep smoky flavor.
A Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is especially associated with coastal Catalan cooking.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering highly creative contemporary cuisine by celebrated chefs in an elegant modern space.
Historic traditional restaurant in the Gothic Quarter known for classic Catalan dishes such as escudella, roast meats, and crema catalana.
Lively, established seafood and tapas spot near El Born, famous for market-fresh plates, shellfish, and a bustling counter atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are fair value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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