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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
$41
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 28 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pamplona to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pamplona to Barcelona will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 3 buses that leave Pamplona for Barcelona on Sat, Jul 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pamplona to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $83.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $622 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Pamplona to Barcelona:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pamplona to Barcelona costing on average $76 (€62).
A bus is $579 (€475) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pamplona to Barcelona costing on average $622 (€510).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 5h 33m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $86 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€35). The journey takes 5h 33m versus 4h 33m 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 Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, MonBus.
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 Monbus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Pamplona to Barcelona buses for today, Friday, July 17. 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 | 9:25 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 14h30 | 11:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pamplona to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $32 (€27) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 55m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 10:35 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.
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
This national art museum is essential for Romanesque murals, Gothic masterpieces, and one of the city’s grandest palace settings.
Europe’s largest museum dedicated to Miró, combining bold paintings, sculpture, and a superb hilltop setting on Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s most famous boulevard connects Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lined with performers, kiosks, and historic buildings.
This medieval district rewards slow wandering with narrow lanes, hidden squares, Roman traces, and some of the city’s richest atmosphere.
Barcelona’s grand modernist avenue is ideal for architecture lovers, showcasing luxury facades, major Gaudí works, and elegant urban design.
A Catalan tomato-rubbed bread with olive oil and salt. Simple, iconic, and served almost everywhere as a staple of Barcelona meals.
Mixed seafood and rice cooked in a rich broth, often finished in the pan. A beloved coastal dish tied to Catalonia’s Mediterranean fishing tradition.
A Catalan custard dessert with citrus and cinnamon, topped with a caramelized sugar crust. It is one of the region’s most classic sweets.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant serving inventive Catalan tasting menus in an elegant, intimate setting.
Traditional tavern celebrated for vermouth, bombas, and classic tapas in a busy, authentic Barceloneta atmosphere.
Historic market bar famed for seafood tapas, fried fish, and a lively counter atmosphere inside Mercat de La Boqueria.
Moderate for Western Europe; lodging in central areas is costly, but tapas, menu del día, and public transport are fairly priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service; small change for cafes; taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up.
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Buses offer an excellent option for anyone making the journey between Pamplona and Barcelona in northern Spain. There should be 3 direct connections on weekdays and Sundays, as well as 2 on Saturdays. Journey times vary from 6 hours to 6 hours 40 minutes. Indirect journeys are also available every day, and can take as little as 6 hours.
Direct bus connections from Pamplona to Barcelona are provided by Vibasa, which offers buses to both Barcelona Nord and Sants Estacion. Indirect services are also available from Conda, with part of the journey covered by the Renfe rail network.
Traveling directly to Barcelona from Pamplona will take between 6 hours and 6 hours 40 minutes, so it's a fairly long bus journey. Indirect options featuring some rail travel can actually be slightly faster, and may work out just under 6 hours in some cases.
Passengers can expect 3 direct buses between Pamplona and Barcelona on weekdays and Sundays. On Saturdays, the service is slightly less frequent, but there will still be a couple of options. The latest departure is usually just before 5:00 p.m, although indirect services via Zaragoza leave after 6:00 p.m.
Departure station: All buses to Barcelona will depart from Pamplona's Estacion de Autobuses (which may be listed as Pamplona Iruna). The bus station is centrally located, on Calle Yanguas y Miranda, and is a hub for local buses as well as regional ALSA coaches. Buses 16, 8, and 12 run close by and connect the bus station to most parts of the city.
Arrival station: Travelers can choose to alight at either Barcelona Nord or Barcelona Sants (the main train station). Both stops are fairly central, and will leave visitors close to Metro stations. Nord is slightly better suited to those heading to Eixample and the port. Sants is marginally closer to the Gothic Quarter and much closer to Montjuic. However, those transferring by train to the coast or El Prat Airport should take the bus to Sants, which has excellent connections to onward destinations.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pamplona 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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