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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
$62
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
13 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 45 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Barcelona will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 17 buses that leave Milan for Barcelona on Mon, May 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 726 km distance in an average of 14 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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 · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 451 miles (726 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $109 Average price | $101 Average price | $313 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 24m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Milan to Barcelona:
A bus is $40 (€32) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Milan to Barcelona costing on average $101 (€82).
A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Barcelona costing on average $109 (€88).
A bus is $91 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Barcelona costing on average $153 (€124).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 51m.
Train takes on average 11h 28m.
Ferry takes on average 17h 24m.
Tickets start at around $62 (€50) compared to roughly $313 (€253) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $251 (€203). The journey takes 10h 51m versus 10h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 15h57 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Barcelona buses for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 16h15 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 17h55 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 15h30 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h10 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 18h10 | 6:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
4704 · 54153 | 1:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 15h55 | 5:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h15 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 16h45 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
51065 · 3157 | 5:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h15 | 10:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 15h15 | 8:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 17h40 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
4592 | 6:50 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h35 | 8:25 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 13h45 | 8:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 21h00 | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
4731 | 10:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 15h00 | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
4768 · 93129 | 11:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 19h50 | 7:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 15h00 | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h25 | 11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
4733 | 7:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h45 | 9:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h40 | 2:10 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 21h55 | 8:15 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 19h50 | 6:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan to Barcelona run on average 18 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 451 miles (726 km) distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 451 miles (726 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 12:30 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.
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Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Buses in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with a variety of routes available to both domestic and international destinations. Buses from Milan to Barcelona usually depart 2-3 times per day. Baltour and Flixbus are the main bus companies that travel from Milan to Barcelona. Travel times on buses from Milan to Barcelona range from 13:15 h to 16 hours, depending on the service chosen.
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Average prices for buses from Milan to Barcelona when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€70 |
1 Day in Advance |
€65 |
1 Week in Advance |
€60 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€55 |
1 Month in Advance |
€50 |
3 Months in Advance |
€45 |
Milan to Barcelona Buses: General Information
While buses are slower than both flights and trains, they can be significantly cheaper even though they take at least 13:15 h to arrive in Barcelona.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Milan to Barcelona buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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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