Bologna to Barcelona bus
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Bus schedule from Bologna to Barcelona
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Bus times from Bologna to Barcelona
Fastest Journey
17 h 35 m
Average
19 h 33 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
823 km
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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Overview: Bus from Bologna to Barcelona
 | Distance | 510 miles (822 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 16 h 30 min |
 | Average bus ticket price | $68 (€65) |
 | Bus frequency | 3 a day |
 | Direct bus | No |
 | Bus companies | Alsa, Flixbus, Eurolines France or Itabus |
Buses from Bologna to Barcelona cover the 510 miles (822 km) long route taking on average 16 h 30 min with our travel partners like Alsa, Flixbus, Eurolines France or Itabus. Normally, there are 3 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this journey for as low as $46 (€44), but the average price of bus tickets is $68 (€65). Travelers depart most frequently from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Alsa from Bologna to Barcelona
Travel to Barcelona from Bologna from $46 (€44) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and Alsa! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
FlixBus from Bologna to Barcelona bus information:
- Average Duration: 18 h
- Average Price: $46
- FlixBus frequency: 2 a day
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.
Travel Tips: Bus to Barcelona from Bologna
Travel by bus between Bologna, Italy and Barcelona, Spain is: Unrestricted.
Is international entry into Barcelona from Bologna restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Spain from Bologna?
Entry Requirements:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Barcelona, Spain?
The government of Spain has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask required: Mandatory
The above information was last checked on 10/3/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus between Bologna and Barcelona closer to your date of departure here
The current restriction level for your return trip by bus from Barcelona to Bologna is: Unrestricted
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Italy from Spain?
Reentry to Italy is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Italy from Barcelona?
What are the requirements?
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Bologna, Italy?
The government of Italy has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
Last checked on 10/3/22. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your bus to Bologna from Barcelona here.
There are a few bus stations in Bologna to start your trip from including Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre, Bologna and Bologna, Porta San Donato. In Barcelona you have a few bus station options to choose from for your arrival including Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, Barcelona, Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas-El Prat (T1) and Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona/Sants.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
You can find the most popular departure bus station for this trip, Bologna Centrale, located approximately 1.6 miles (2.5 km) from the city center of Bologna. The most popular arrival bus station in Barcelona, called Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from its city center.
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