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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 on Oct 20
$83
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$134
Fastest journey on Oct 20
17 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
18 h 33 m
Buses on Oct 20
10
Distance
977 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Barcelona will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 10 buses from Karlsruhe to Barcelona, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct buses cover the 977 km distance in an average of 18 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 25 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest buses will take 19 h 35 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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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Karlsruhe to Barcelona run on average 12 times per day, taking around 18h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 607 miles (977 km) distance in 17h 0m.
Distance 607 miles (977 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:26AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 24h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:29PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 19h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:29PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 18h16 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Barcelona buses for today, Monday, October 19. 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 | 11:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 23h15 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 18h50 | 6:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, October 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 22h15 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 19h35 | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 22h05 | 2:10 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 24h35 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 21h20 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 18h45 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 18h10 | 10:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 17h25 | 1:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
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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.
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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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Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Barcelona buses use the Karlsruhe Hbf to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Use this guide to compare Karlsruhe and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) is 1 km from Karlsruhe city centre. Public transport options include:
Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang). ATMs are available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang).
Ticket office support is available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang).
Available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karlsruhe, Hinterm Hauptbahnhof (Südeingang): The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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.
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