How to travel from Barcelona to Ávila

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Ávila

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ávila among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of zł346 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of zł346, while a bus costs an average of zł459.

Distance: 361 miles (581 km)

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Driving

zł366

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zł459

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zł346

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Cheapest

zł557

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 12m

Average total duration

4h 42m

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30m

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9h 43m

Average total duration

9h 13m

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3h 30m

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1h 30m

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7h 38m

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CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.5kg

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1.7 - 3.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is a flight with an average price of zł346.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ávila:

A flight is zł20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average zł366.

A flight is zł113 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average zł459.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Ávila take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 12m.

Bus takes on average 9h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Ávila including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Ávila among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 56m faster (4h 42m by train vs 7h 38m by car) and roughly zł191 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł366 vs zł557). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Barcelona to Ávila

How to get from Barcelona to Ávila by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AlsaNormal+Jiménez DoradoNormal
    10:30 AM10h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:50 PMÁvila, Estación De Autobuses
    2321One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal+Jiménez DoradoNormal
    10:30 AM10h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:50 PMÁvila, Estación De Autobuses
    2321One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX7708
    8:30 PM1h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    9:55 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    10891One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06012+Renfe18009
    8:45 AM7h55
    Barcelona Sants
    4:40 PMÁvila station
    4981One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06012+Renfe MD18905
    8:45 AM6h24
    Barcelona Sants
    3:09 PMÁvila station
    5071One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06012+Renfe MD18907
    8:45 AM8h24
    Barcelona Sants
    5:09 PMÁvila station
    5071One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+Jiménez DoradoNormal
    10:30 AM10h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:50 PMÁvila, Estación De Autobuses
    2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+Jiménez DoradoNormal
    10:30 AM10h20
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:50 PMÁvila, Estación De Autobuses
    2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+Jiménez DoradoNormal
    8:00 AM11h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:30 PMÁvila, Estación De Autobuses
    2321One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX6103 · UX6078
    10:00 PM22h45
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:45 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    3741One-way
    1 transfer
  • Royal Air MarocAT1669 · AT1632
    7:40 PM24h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    7:45 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    8791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX7706
    11:50 AM1h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:20 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    10291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Ávila

Travel to Ávila easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Ávila.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Ávila including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is a flight with an average price of zł346.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ávila:

A flight is zł20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average zł366.

A flight is zł113 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average zł459.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Ávila take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 12m.

Bus takes on average 9h 43m.

The distance from Barcelona to Ávila is approximately 361 miles (581 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Ávila is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Ávila as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Ávila:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Ávila, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Ávila by bus.
  • Travel with iryo, AVE, Ouigo to go to Ávila by train.
  • Travel with Iberia, Vueling, Air Europa to go to Ávila by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Ávila:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Europa.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Ávila often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Segovia, Salamanca, Valladolid, Madrid Barajas Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ávila and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ávila to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ávila, you can enjoy a scenic view from Los Cuatro Postes and explore the local cuisine at traditional Spanish restaurants. Visit the Provincial Museum to delve into the region's history and culture, or take a guided walking tour of the old town for hidden gems and historical anecdotes. Attend a local festival to experience the vibrant culture. Key sights include the impressive Ávila Cathedral, the well-preserved Walls of Ávila, the Romanesque Basilica de San Vicente, the Convent of Saint Teresa, and the bustling Plaza del Mercado Chico.
Two days are ideal in Ávila to explore its well-preserved medieval walls, historic cathedrals, and enjoy local cuisine, allowing for a relaxed yet comprehensive visit.

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