How to travel from Barcelona to Mérida

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Compare bus and flight for Barcelona to Mérida

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Mérida among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of L 234 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of L 234, while a flight costs an average of L 1,974.

Distance: 480 miles (773 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight

L 234

Average price

Cheapest

L 401

Average price

L 1,974

Average price

7h 56m

Average total duration

7h 26m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 13m

Average total duration

14h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 36m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.6kg

CO2 emissions

Renfe ALVIA

Most popular train company

Grupo Interbus

Most popular bus company

Iberia

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Mérida is a train with an average price of L 234.

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

A train is L 167 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Mérida costing on average L 401.

A train is L 1,741 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Mérida costing on average L 1,974.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Mérida is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Mérida take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 56m.

Bus takes on average 15h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Mérida including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Mérida among Omio's users.

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from Barcelona to Mérida

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Grupo InterbusBASE
    6:00 PM14h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:45 AMMérida, Estacion de Autobuses
    L 4011One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Grupo InterbusBASE
    6:00 PM14h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    8:45 AMMérida, Estacion de Autobuses
    L 4011One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • iryo06020+Renfe ALVIA00192
    11:18 AM9h22
    Barcelona Sants
    8:40 PMMérida station
    L 5371One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • iryo06080+Renfe ALVIA00192
    7:50 AM12h50
    Barcelona Sants
    8:40 PMMérida station
    L 5841One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06110+Renfe ALVIA00192
    10:45 AM9h55
    Barcelona Sants
    8:40 PMMérida station
    L 6371One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06012+Renfe ALVIA00192
    9:12 AM11h28
    Barcelona Sants
    8:40 PMMérida station
    L 6561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Mérida

Travel to Mérida 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 Mérida.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Mérida including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Mérida is a train with an average price of L 234.

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

A train is L 167 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Mérida costing on average L 401.

A train is L 1,741 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Mérida costing on average L 1,974.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Mérida is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 36m.

Other travel options to Mérida take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 56m.

Bus takes on average 15h 13m.

The distance from Barcelona to Mérida is approximately 480 miles (773 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Mérida is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Mérida:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Badajoz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Mérida station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Mérida, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe, AVE to go to Mérida by train.
  • Travel with Grupo Interbus to go to Mérida by bus.
  • Travel with Iberia to go to Mérida by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Mérida:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Grupo Interbus.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Mérida often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Seville, Lisbon, Badajoz, Cáceres. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Mérida and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Mérida to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Mérida, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Theatre and attend performances to delve into Roman history. Visit the Alcazaba of Mérida for panoramic views and historical exhibits, and stroll across the Roman Bridge for a scenic walk along the Guadiana River. Discover local cuisine at Plaza de España, ideal for dining and people-watching, and enjoy a leisurely walk in Parque de las Siete Sillas. Don't miss the Temple of Diana with its impressive Corinthian columns and the National Museum of Roman Art's extensive collection of artifacts and mosaics.
To fully experience Mérida's cultural attractions, colonial architecture, nearby cenotes, and the Mayan ruins of Uxmal, plan to spend about 3 to 4 days.
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