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Museu Picasso
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$152
Fastest journey
20 h 5 m
Average duration
20 h 39 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
1093 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona will cost around $152 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 25 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Barcelona on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 1093 km distance in an average of 20 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 21 h 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 679 miles (1093 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$102 Average price Cheapest | $339 Average price | $374 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 3m Average total duration 16h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona:
A bus is $236 (€195) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona costing on average $339 (€279).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 5m.
Bus takes on average 16h 33m.
Tickets start at around $102 (€84) compared to roughly $374 (€308) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $272 (€224). The journey takes 16h 33m versus 13h 16m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, Infobus, Alsa.
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 12:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 22h52 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:03PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 20h52 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:03PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 19h42 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 24h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $104 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 24h10 | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 24h00 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 22h25 | 6:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h25 | 10:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 24h00 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h55 | 11:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 24h20 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
30485 · 3159 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 26h35 | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 21h35 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 21h00 | 10:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 21h45 | 1:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
51510 · 3135 | 6:30 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 26h15 | 8:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 21h25 | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 23h35 | 6:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 21h00 | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 21h45 | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 24h25 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 21h25 | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 24h05 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 25h30 | 7:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 25h55 | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona run on average 19 times per day, taking around 16h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 679 miles (1093 km) distance in 19h 25m.
Distance 679 miles (1093 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€48) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 25m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Barcelona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barcelona trip today.
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
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Europe’s largest museum dedicated to Miró, combining bold paintings, sculpture, and a superb hilltop setting on Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s most famous boulevard connects Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lined with performers, kiosks, and historic buildings.
This medieval district rewards slow wandering with narrow lanes, hidden squares, Roman traces, and some of the city’s richest atmosphere.
Barcelona’s grand modernist avenue is ideal for architecture lovers, showcasing luxury facades, major Gaudí works, and elegant urban design.
A Catalan tomato-rubbed bread with olive oil and salt. Simple, iconic, and served almost everywhere as a staple of Barcelona meals.
Mixed seafood and rice cooked in a rich broth, often finished in the pan. A beloved coastal dish tied to Catalonia’s Mediterranean fishing tradition.
A Catalan custard dessert with citrus and cinnamon, topped with a caramelized sugar crust. It is one of the region’s most classic sweets.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant serving inventive Catalan tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting.
Traditional tavern celebrated for vermouth, bombas, and classic tapas in a busy, authentic Barceloneta atmosphere.
Historic market bar famed for seafood tapas, fried fish, and a lively counter atmosphere inside Mercat de La Boqueria.
Moderate for Western Europe; lodging in central areas is costly, but tapas, menu del día, and public transport are fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service; small change for cafes; taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Barcelona buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) 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), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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 (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.
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