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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 Sep 18
€71
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€104
Fastest journey on Sep 18
14 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 d
Buses on Sep 18
2
Distance
773 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Mérida to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mérida to Barcelona will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 buses from Mérida to Barcelona, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 773 km distance in an average of 1 d but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 d 9 h 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Mérida to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €130 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €130, while a flight costs an average of €345.
Distance: 480 miles (773 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€130 Average price Cheapest | €345 Average price |
25h 2m Average total duration 24h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Mérida to Barcelona:
A train is €94 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average €130.
A train is €309 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average €345.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 23m.
Bus takes on average 24h 32m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 38h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 38h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €122 |
Operator Grupo Interbus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €115 |
Operator Grupo Interbus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €71 |
The table below shows live departures for Mérida to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. 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 | 3:20 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 33h40 | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
BASE | 4:30 PM Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses | 14h20 | 6:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Mérida to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €70 but you can travel from only €21 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 14:20, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 480 miles (773 km) distance in 14h 20m.
Distance 480 miles (773 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 20m |
First bus 2:20 PM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
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Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mérida 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 Mérida to Barcelona buses use the Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2). Use this guide to compare Mérida and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses is 1 km from Mérida city centre. Public transport options include:
Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria available inside the station
Wi-Fi is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses: Wheelchair access via ramps.
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.
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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