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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
$295
Average price
$336
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 54 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barcelona will cost around $336 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $295.
It's difficult to get from London to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $438.
Distance: 707 miles (1139 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price | $465 Average price | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 8m Average total duration 14h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 36m Average total duration 16h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Barcelona:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Barcelona costing on average $158 (€128).
A bus is $318 (€257) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Barcelona costing on average $465 (€376).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 38m.
Train takes on average 16h 6m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (14h 38m by bus vs 15h 29m by car) and save roughly $17 (€13) compared to fuel and tolls ($147 (€118) vs $163 (€132)). 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.
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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $313 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $262 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $253 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 31h16 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $209 |
The table below shows live departures for London to Barcelona buses for today, Thursday, May 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 · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 27h30 | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h05 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 32h40 | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h16 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM London, Victoria Coach Station | 28h41 | 5:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 30h10 | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h45 | 7:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 27h00 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 26h35 | 11:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from London to Barcelona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 707 miles (1139 km) distance in 24h 5m.
Distance 707 miles (1139 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 24h 5m |
First bus 12:05 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.
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.
Official public transport app
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
While traveling by bus from London to Barcelona is a long journey it is generally much cheaper than flying. There are between six and 12 departures a day with journeys taking from 25.5 to 37.5 hours and involving an arrival the day after departure. A similar schedule is in operation seven days a week. All routes start at London Victoria bus Station and terminate at either Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona-Sants or Barcelona, Estació d'Autobuses Nord.
Which bus companies travel from London to Barcelona?Buses traveling between London and Barcelona are operated by two companies, Eurolines and FlixBus. Both providers have modern and comfortable fleets with spacious interiors, toilets and wifi as well as individual power outlets and lights.
The bus journey to Barcelona from London takes between 25.5 hours and 37.5 hours depending on the route taken. Journeys involve one or two connections at places that include Paris Quai de Bercy, Paris Gare Galliéni, Lyon, Dijon, and Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses.
A similar schedule operates seven days a week with up to 12 daily departures. These start in the early morning and finish late at night with most departures being in the evening.
Departure bus Station: All buses traveling to Barcelona from London depart from London Victoria bus Station which is just a short walk from London Victoria Train Station. Underground services and both local and long-distance trains depart from Victoria Train Station while both stations have cab ranks and local bus stops. The facilities at London Victoria bus Station include wifi, toilets, kiosk shops, cafes and bars as well as tourist information. A selection of shops and restaurants can be found in the streets around the station.
Arrival bus Station: bus services from London to Barcelona terminate at either Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona-Sants or Estació d'Autobuses Nord. Barcelona-Sants is one of the city's main train stations with good bus, tram and Metro links while Estació Nord is in the Eixample district and a short Metro ride from the city center with its tourist attractions. Both stations have facilities that include cab ranks, toilets, wifi, shops and cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

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