4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
19 h 25 m
Average duration
21 h 17 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
859 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Barcelona will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
4788 · 931293:20 PM28h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina7:25 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1031One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM27h20Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)2:55 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1281One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM27h05Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina2:55 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1311One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:35 PM22h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina6:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1371One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM20h10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1581One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:05 PM19h25Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)8:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1631One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM20h10Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina8:30 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1581One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:05 PM21h50Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)10:55 AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants$1881One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:35 PM22h25Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina6:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$1371One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:20 PM22h35Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina10:55 AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants$1811One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Rome to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 533 miles (859 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $170 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $420 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration Fastest 7h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 13h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | 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 Rome to Barcelona:
A ferry is $42 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Barcelona costing on average $108 (€87).
A ferry is $105 (€85) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Barcelona costing on average $170 (€137).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 41m.
Bus takes on average 13h 17m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (13h 17m by bus vs 13h 46m by car) and save roughly $312 (€252) compared to fuel and tolls ($108 (€87) vs $420 (€339)). 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 Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Rome to Barcelona Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 23h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 28h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Live departures
Rome to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Barcelona buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 27h20 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 29h00 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h05 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 27h15 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:20 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 25h35 | 2:55 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 20h10 | 8:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 22h35 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 19h25 | 8:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 21h50 | 10:55 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
| 4788 · 93129 | 3:20 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 28h05 | 7:25 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 24h35 | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Barcelona.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Itabus to find the best option for your trip from Rome to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Rome to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rome to Barcelona
Italy
Spain
Buses from Rome to Barcelona run on average 14 times per day, taking around 13h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 533 miles (859 km) distance in 21h 55m.
Distance 533 miles (859 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 21h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus from Rome to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Rome to Barcelona with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Rome to Barcelona
Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a variety of companies offering both domestic and international routes. Buses from Rome to Barcelona are operated by Flixbus, and Alsa. Most bus services depart from Rome's Tiburtina bus station. Buses from Rome to Barcelona take between 20 hours–22 hours, terminating at Barcelona's Estacio del Nord bus station. Alsa offers a direct route, and most FlixBus services require one change in Genoa or Milan.
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Rome to Barcelona Bus Cost
Average prices for buses from Rome to Barcelonas when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€59 |
1 Day in Advance |
€59 |
1 Week in Advance |
€59 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€59 |
1 Month in Advance |
€53 |
3 Months in Advance |
€53 |
Rome to Barcelona Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than flying or taking the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 20½ hours to arrive in Barcelona.
Most Rome to Barcelona buses are run by either Flixbus or Alsa.- Most buses are direct, depart from Rome's Tiburtina bus station and arrive at Barcelona's Estacio del Nord bus station.
- Traveling from Rome to Barcelona by bus takes as little as 20 hours and 30 minutes.
- Most travelers book their Rome to Barcelona bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Rome to Barcelona buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- Rome to Barcelona bus tickets are 10% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
About Rome
Rome, the Eternal City, is the world famous center of history, fashion, art, and cuisine even three millennia after its mythical creation. From the Colosseum to the Villa Borghese to the Spanish Steps, Rome's timeless splendor will be sure to captivate travelers from around the world. No trip to Rome would be complete without a visit to Vatican City, which located entirely within the city of Rome. Vatican City is the home of the Pope, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
About Barcelona
Barcelona's Mediterranean climate provides the perfect backdrop for the city's unique architecture and vibrant nightlife. Travelers can soak in the Iberian sun on one of Barcelona's beaches or explore the city's lengthy history with an architectural tour. Sample Catalan food at one of Barcelona's tapas bars before viewing the world-famous artworks of Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali. The variety of activities and lifestyles available in Barcelona makes it a necessity for anyone traveling in Spain.
FAQs: Bus from Rome to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Sagrada Família, an iconic basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí known for its intricate facades and towering spires
- Park Güell, a vibrant public park featuring Gaudí's colorful mosaics and unique architectural elements
- La Rambla, a bustling street in the heart of the city lined with shops, cafes, and street performers
- Gothic Quarter, a historic neighborhood with narrow medieval streets and landmarks like Barcelona Cathedral
- Casa Batlló, a modernist building by Gaudí renowned for its unique design and colorful facade.
- Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history
- Montjuïc, a hill offering stunning views of the city and home to attractions like the Magic Fountain and Montjuïc Castle
- Barceloneta Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying seaside restaurants
- El Raval, a vibrant neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of cultures, street art, and lively nightlife
- Tibidabo Amusement Park, offering fun rides and panoramic views of Barcelona.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rome to Barcelona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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