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Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to Guadalajara

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Guadalajara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €258.

Distance: 282 miles (455 km)

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€258

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€69

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€43

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4h 43m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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3h 35m

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3h 5m

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9h 2m

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1.4 - 2.7kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Guadalajara costing on average €69.

A bus is €215 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Guadalajara costing on average €258.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Guadalajara take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 43m.

Bus takes on average 9h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Guadalajara including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Guadalajara among Omio's users.

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from Barcelona to Guadalajara

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal
    10:30 AM7h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    5:35 PMGuadalajara, Estación de Autobuses
    371One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    10:30 AM7h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    5:35 PMGuadalajara, Estación de Autobuses
    371One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX7994
    7:05 AM1h20
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:25 AMMadrid Barajas Airport
    771One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF OUIGO06410
    7:35 AM3h30
    Barcelona Sants
    11:05 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    591One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06020
    11:19 AM3h23
    Barcelona Sants
    2:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    641One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF OUIGO07410
    7:35 AM3h30
    Barcelona Sants
    11:05 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    651One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    9:30 AM9h25
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    6:55 PMGuadalajara, Estación de Autobuses
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:30 AM9h25
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:55 PMGuadalajara, Estación de Autobuses
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 PM9h40
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:25 AMGuadalajara, Estación de Autobuses
    441One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB426
    7:00 AM1h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    8:25 AMMadrid Barajas Airport
    1071One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB414
    2:50 PM1h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    4:15 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    1071One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB412
    1:35 PM1h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    3:00 PMMadrid Barajas Airport
    1251One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara

Travel to Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Guadalajara including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Guadalajara costing on average €69.

A bus is €215 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Guadalajara costing on average €258.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Guadalajara take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 43m.

Bus takes on average 9h 2m.

The distance from Barcelona to Guadalajara is approximately 282 miles (455 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Guadalajara is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Guadalajara:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Madrid Barajas Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Guadalajara, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Guadalajara, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Royal Air Maroc, Helvetic Airways, ITA, Iberia to go to Guadalajara by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Guadalajara by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO to go to Guadalajara by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Guadalajara with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Vueling, Iberia.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 4 direct trains per day with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Guadalajara often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Siguenza, Zaragoza, Brihuega, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Guadalajara and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Guadalajara to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Guadalajara, you can explore local markets for traditional Spanish goods and crafts, enjoy guided walking tours of the historic city center, and attend cultural events or festivals to experience local traditions. Visit the Palacio del Infantado for its unique Gothic and Renaissance architecture, the Concatedral de Santa María with its striking bell tower, and the Parque de la Concordia for a peaceful escape. Savor traditional Spanish cuisine at local restaurants and tapas bars, and don't miss the Church of San Ginés and the Panteón de la Duquesa de Sevillano for their historical and architectural significance. Additionally, nearby natural parks offer opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities.
To fully experience Guadalajara, plan to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore key attractions such as the historic city center, Tequila distilleries, and nearby towns like Tlaquepaque and Tonalá.
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