- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
25 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manresa to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manresa to Barcelona will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 4 buses that leave Manresa for Barcelona on Sun, Jul 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 40 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 train as it is the most popular option from Manresa to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m 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 Manresa to Barcelona:
A train is $1 (€0.96) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manresa to Barcelona costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 28m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 0m by bus vs 1h 1m by car) and save roughly $0.46 (€0.38) compared to fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) 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 BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Monbus Catalunya.
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 06:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Manresa to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Manresa | 0h40 | 8:40 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Manresa | 0h20 | 8:50 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Manresa | 0h10 | 5:00 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Manresa | 0h30 | 8:20 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Manresa to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 18:35. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 13m |
First bus 6:20 AM |
Last bus 6:35 PM |
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Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s premier art museum, especially strong in Romanesque frescoes, Gothic art, and modern Catalan works, set in the Palau Nacional.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and rotating contemporary art exhibitions in a notable modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lined with historic buildings, performers, and constant activity.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, small squares, medieval architecture, and many of the city’s oldest landmarks.
Hilltop viewpoint with sweeping panoramic views over Barcelona, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. A Catalan staple served with many meals and one of Barcelona’s most iconic bites.
A traditional Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, olives, and olive oil. It is especially typical in Barcelona and along the coast.
Potato balls stuffed with meat, fried, and topped with spicy sauce and aioli. They originated in La Barceloneta and are closely tied to the city.
An internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurant offering highly creative modern cuisine and a refined tasting-menu experience in Barcelona.
A very popular tapas restaurant with a broad menu, reliable quality, and bustling atmosphere. Good for sampling many local favorites in one meal.
One of Barcelona’s oldest restaurants, known for classic Catalan cooking in a historic dining room. A strong choice for traditional dishes and old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe. Food and transit are reasonable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxi tips are optional.
Official public transport app
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
The Manresa bus station is where the Manresa Barcelona buses leave from. They arrive at the most important station in Catalonia by number of passengers and buses: Barcelona - Nord. There are two buses a day, and to complete the route it is necessary to change in the town of Callús. To get the ticket quickly, the Omio search engine is a practical and simple solution, which allows you to have the ticket in electronic format in the mail or in the app.
.The buses that go from Manresa to Barcelona are those of the company Alsa.
The frequency of the Manresa Barcelona buses has the same duration: 1 hour with 45 minutes.
The first Manresa Barcelona bus leaves Manresa station at 8:15. He arrives at the intermediate point at 8:39, and at the same time a new bus leaves for Barcelona, which arrives at 10:00. The other bus starts at 17:15, stops at Callús at 17:24, and finally arrives in Barcelona - Nord at 19:00.
.The price of the buses from Manresa to Barcelona including the transfer is 9,45€ approximately.
The start of the Manresa Barcelona bus journey takes place at the Manresa bus station. The city and intercity bus lines that pass through it are: 422, 703, 704, 708, 709, 710, 711, 712, 714, 715, 722, 725, 726, 740, 750, 751, 752, 753, 758, 781, 782, 783, 784, 786, L 2, L 8, and L-28. On the other hand, the arrival point is the Barcelona - Nord bus station, which has magnificent connections with the rest of the city and the towns near the Catalan capital. It can be reached by metro, as it has its own stop on line 1, under the name of Arc de Triomf stop. Of the buses of the TMB transport, the number 54 is the one that stops there, and as far as suburban trains are concerned, it has stops of three lines, 1, 3 and 4.
.Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manresa 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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