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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
$24
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zaragoza to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Barcelona will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 19 buses that leave Zaragoza for Barcelona on Mon, May 25, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct buses cover the 255 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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 Zaragoza to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $8.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Zaragoza to Barcelona:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Barcelona costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€18) compared to roughly $62 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39 (€31). The journey takes 3h 22m versus 3h 12m 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 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:04AM | Arrival Time 07:49AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Agreda | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Zaragoza to Barcelona buses for today, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:05 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 10:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:05 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 11:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:35 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 12:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:35 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 12:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h40 | 3:25 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h55 | 3:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 25 | |||||
Normal | 2:35 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 6:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:35 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 6:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 7:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 7:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:04 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 7:49 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:04 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 8:04 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:05 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 8:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:05 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 9:05 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:35 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 11:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:35 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 11:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:35 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 4h00 | 7:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:35 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h45 | 7:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:45 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 6h25 | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Zaragoza to Barcelona run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by train.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 158 miles (255 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 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.
Official public transport app
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
When you’re looking for buses that depart Zaragoza and go to Barcelona, there are approximately eight to ten daily options for you to choose from. While the duration may vary, it generally lasts between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours. There is a never-ending number of things to explore and see in Barcelona, including La Sagrada Familia, the famous church designed by Gaudi, Mercado de La Boqueria, one of the city’s biggest public markets, and the Picasso Museum, which contains over 4,000 individual works from the artist.
Buses traveling between these cities generally take between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours to arrive at their destination. The journey is always direct, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses or making any additional stops before arriving in the city of Barcelona. The fact that the ride is non-stop is what allows for the trip to be so quick and efficient.
There are approximately 70 buses going between these two cities per week, with the frequency being eight to ten journeys per day. When you purchase your bus ticket, you will find that it is direct and does not require you to transfer buses or have any extra stops. Most daily journeys leave in the afternoon. Summer months are when things are busiest, so make sure to book in advance if you will be traveling during this time. The first daily bus departs at approximately 3:00 a.m., while the last bus leaves closer to 6:00 p.m..
Departure bus station: Your journey will always depart from Zaragoza Central Bus Station. This station is in the northwest part of the city and can be reached from the city center by local bus in approximately 20 minutes. Make sure to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before your bus departs in order to ensure that you have time to stow your luggage and get settled. This bus station has public restrooms, as well as free Wi-Fi that you can use on your portable devices.
Arrival bus station: Buses from Zaragoza to Barcelona arrive at either Barcelona Nord or Barcelona-Sants. While the former can be found in the northeast part of the city, the latter is placed just near the city center. Both bus stations can be reached from anywhere in the city either by using the public metro or bus systems. Each of them has certain facilities for you to take advantage of, including public restrooms and places to purchase snacks and refreshments.
The only company that sells bus tickets between these two cities is ALSA. ALSA, known for being the Spanish subsidiary of the British bus company National Express, offers many journeys throughout the country and is known for its affordable prices.
ALSA offers approximately eight to ten journeys from Zaragoza to Barcelona per day, totaling to around 90 journeys between the two cities per week. While during the weekdays there are usually eight trips to choose from, there are normally several more serviced during the weekends. You will find that during holidays, fewer trips are offered. All of the trips offered are direct, which means that you will not have to worry about transferring buses or having any additional stops. The bus type that is used for these trips is generally either standard or overnight. The average duration of the journey will last you between 3 hours 30 minutes and 4 hours, depending on the time of day that you are traveling. Buses between these two cities always depart from Zaragoza Central bus station, with them ultimately arriving at either Barcelona Nord or Barcelona-Sants. If you find that you can no longer use the bus ticket that you purchased, the company has a ticket policy that offers several options for what you can do with your reservation. Those that would like to cancel or change their reservation can do so for free, as long as it is completed up to 48 hours before your departure. If you decide to cancel or change your ticket within 48 to 24 hours of your journey’s departure, you will be required to pay a 20% fee of your ticket price. If you cancel or change your ticket within 24 hours of departure, you will be required to pay a 30% fee of your ticket price.
When you decide to book your bus between these two cities with ALSA, the company offers a selection of different services and facilities for you to take advantage of. Depending on which type of bus you will be traveling in, there will be different perks, including individual touch screens that allow you to watch a selection of movies and television shows, complimentary Wi-Fi that you can use for any of your portable devices, and plush leather seats with individual leg rests that are designed to keep you as comfortable as possible. Each customer is allowed to bring up to 66 pounds (30 kg) of luggage with them for free, and you can always choose to pay an additional fee if you would like to bring an extra 66 pounds (30 kg) along with you. Items like bicycles, skis, and surfboards can be brought on the bus for an additional charge, but make sure to book in advance, as only 4 bicycles can be stored during each journey. While service animals are welcome, it is not possible to travel with pets that are not certified as an assistance animal. If you or someone that you are traveling with has a disability, ALSA is there to help. The company has adapted buses that are accessible for those with wheelchairs, and employees are always there to help with boarding, disembarking, and storing any luggage. Discounts are often offered for travelers with disabilities, and buses are equipped with audiovisual equipment to help with communication. You will find that in most buses, there are designated seats for those with a disability.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaragoza 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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