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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
$74
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
7 h 49 m
Average duration
9 h 12 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
574 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valladolid to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valladolid to Barcelona will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 9 buses that leave Valladolid for Barcelona on Tue, May 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 574 km distance in an average of 9 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 49 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 10 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valladolid to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 356 miles (574 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Valladolid to Barcelona:
A train is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valladolid to Barcelona costing on average $95 (€76).
A train is $83 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valladolid to Barcelona costing on average $154 (€124).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 11m.
Bus takes on average 10h 1m.
Tickets start at around $95 (€76) compared to roughly $136 (€110) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $41 (€33). The journey takes 10h 1m versus 7h 21m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 14h09 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:39PM | Duration 12h39 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 8h52 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:58PM | Duration 8h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:58PM | Duration 8h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 32h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
The table below shows live departures for Valladolid to Barcelona buses for today, Monday, May 25. 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 | 8:20 PM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 32h15 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Normal · Normal | 2:00 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 12h55 | 2:55 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06161 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 14h09 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06151 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 13h24 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06171 | 11:50 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 8h52 | 8:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06161 | 11:50 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 7h49 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06181 | 11:50 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 9h45 | 9:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 10h30 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06181 | 12:30 PM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h05 | 9:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 19h45 | 1:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Valladolid to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 356 miles (574 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 356 miles (574 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 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
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