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Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s formative years and his deep connection to Barcelona, housed in a set of medieval palaces in El Born.
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
23 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 6 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1210 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leiden to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leiden to Barcelona will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leiden for Barcelona on Fri, Jun 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 1210 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 30 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Leiden to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a train costs an average of $413.
Distance: 751 miles (1210 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $433 Average price | $454 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 30m Average total duration 24h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 18m Average total duration 25h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leiden to Barcelona:
A bus is $45 (€36) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leiden to Barcelona costing on average $143 (€116).
A bus is $335 (€271) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leiden to Barcelona costing on average $433 (€350).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 0m.
Train takes on average 25h 48m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:17PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 23h28 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:17PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 23h28 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Leiden to Barcelona buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Leiden | 23h20 | 10:30 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Leiden | 23h20 | 11:30 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Leiden | 23h10 | 11:30 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:17 PM Leiden | 23h28 | 9:45 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Leiden to Barcelona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 24h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 751 miles (1210 km) distance in 23h 10m.
Distance 751 miles (1210 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 23h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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.
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s formative years and his deep connection to Barcelona, housed in a set of medieval palaces in El Born.
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Atmospheric old quarter of medieval lanes, hidden squares, historic facades, and one of the city’s essential walking areas.
Elegant boulevard lined with luxury shops and standout modernist architecture, ideal for combining architecture, shopping, and city strolling.
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Moderate by Western Europe standards. Tapas and transit are manageable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis can be rounded up.
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