- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Calella to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calella to Barcelona will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Calella for Barcelona on Fri, May 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest buses will take 50 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 Calella to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m 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 Calella to Barcelona:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Calella to Barcelona costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about -1h -25m sooner (1h 15m by bus vs 50m by car) and save roughly $-3.62 (€-2.91) compared to fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $12 (€10)). 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 Sagales, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Calella to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:20 AM Calella | 0h10 | 6:30 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Calella | 0h50 | 8:00 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Calella | 0h10 | 3:20 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Calella | 0h20 | 5:30 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Calella | 0h10 | 8:00 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Calella to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 53m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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Major museum dedicated to Pablo Picasso, especially strong on his early years and Barcelona connection. One of the city’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s national art museum, best known for Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and fine views from Montjuïc. A top choice for art and architecture lovers.
Hilltop museum focused on Joan Miró, with an excellent collection of paintings, sculptures, and temporary exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront. Busy, historic, and central for first-time visitors.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, medieval squares, and layered Roman remains. One of the city’s essential walking areas.
Elegant boulevard lined with major Modernisme buildings, luxury shops, and some of Barcelona’s best-known architectural highlights.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion, usually dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
A fresh salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is a traditional Catalan seafood starter popular in Barcelona.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering creative modern tasting menus by leading Barcelona chefs. Ideal for a high-end culinary experience.
Historic traditional restaurant serving classic Catalan cuisine in an old-world dining room. Known for heritage dishes and a long-standing reputation.
Established grand restaurant famous for rice dishes, seafood, and classic Catalan cooking. A refined yet traditional Barcelona institution.
Moderate for Western Europe. Tapas and transit are manageable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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