When traveling between Paris and Barcelona, where do I depart from Paris and where do I arrive in Barcelona?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Paris to Barcelona: Most travelers take a bus from Paris, Porte Maillot to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Most travelers take a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport. Most travelers take a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Barcelona Sants.

Which travel companies can get me from Paris to Barcelona?

The following travel companies offer services from Paris to Barcelona: Alsa can take you to Barcelona by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Alsa from Paris to Barcelona for $44 (€38). Ryanair can get you to Barcelona by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with Ryanair from Paris to Barcelona for $28 (€25) on Omio. SNCF | TGV INOUI can get you to Barcelona by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris to Barcelona for $151 (€131) on Omio.

Can I find a direct route between Paris and Barcelona?

Yes, there are direct routes from Paris to Barcelona with the following travel companies: You can check for a direct bus to Barcelona with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus with 6 direct buses per day. Direct services to Barcelona tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

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

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

06:00AM1h40

Paris Orly Airport

07:40AMBarcelona El Prat Airport

€1121One-way

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Paris, Quai de Bercy

06:25AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

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Paris Orly Airport

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Paris, Quai de Bercy

10:10AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

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Paris Orly Airport

09:45AMBarcelona El Prat Airport

€1251One-way

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Paris Orly Airport

05:15PMBarcelona El Prat Airport

€1471One-way

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Paris Beauvais Tille Airport

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Travel Information from Paris to Barcelona

	Distance	515 miles (830 km)
	Available travel modes	Bus, flight or train
	Ticket price range	$28 - $151
	Cheapest mode	Flight • $28 (€25) • 1 h 55 min
	Fastest mode	Flight • $28 (€25) • 1 h 55 min
	Popular travel companies	Alsa, Ryanair or SNCF \| TGV INOUI

Take a bus, flight or train to travel 515 miles (830 km) from Paris to Barcelona. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 55 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a flight is the best option with prices starting as low as $28 (€25). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Alsa, Ryanair or SNCF | TGV INOUI among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or flight from Paris to Barcelona.

How to Travel from Paris to Barcelona

The journey from Paris to Barcelona is popular with both business and leisure travelers. Frequent journeys between Paris and Barcelona are available by plane, train or bus every day of the week. Key departure points in Paris include Gallieni bus station, Gare de Lyon train station, and Paris' Charles de Gaulle and Orly International airports.

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Paris to Barcelona Travel Comparison

Average Price	Travel Time	Cheapest Time to Book
€48	13:55 h	2 Months Ahead
€133	6:27 h	1 Month Ahead
€82	1:35 h	2 Months Ahead

What is the best way to travel from Paris to Barcelona?

Cheapest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona

Taking a bus is cheapest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona. Buses traveling from Paris to Barcelona depart from either Paris' Quai de Bercy, Gare Routière Galliéni, or Porte Maillot bus station and take at least 13:55 h to arrive at Barcelona's Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Approximately 15 buses travel from Paris to Barcelona every day, with the first departing at 2:00 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Barcelona include Eurolines, Flixbus, and Ouibus.

Fastest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona

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Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona. Flights traveling from Paris to Barcelona depart from either Paris' Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport and arrive at Barcelona's El-Prat airport after 1:35 h of flight time. Taking a flight is still the fastest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona when traveling to and from Paris and Barcelona's airports is factored into the total travel time. Over 40 direct flights travel from Paris to Barcelona every day, with the first departing at 4:35 a.m. Airlines that travel directly from Paris to Barcelona include Air France, British Airways, EasyJet, Iberia, Vueling, and Air Europa.

Most popular way to travel from Paris to Barcelona

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Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Paris to Barcelona. Taking a flight is at least 2 hours faster than traveling from Paris to Barcelona by train while also being €50 cheaper on average. Taking a flight is also 8 and a half hours faster than traveling from Paris to Barcelona by bus. Flights depart multiple times every hour from both Paris' Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports and arrive at Barcelona's El-Prat airport.

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When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Paris to Barcelona, 59,62% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Paris to Barcelona, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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Attractions in Barcelona

Barcelona is a vibrant international city that draws more than 7.5 million international visitors per year. Some of Barcelona's main attractions include the unfinished church of the Sagrada Família, the National Museum of Art of Catalonia, the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art, the Gran Teatre del Liceu opera house, and FC Barcelona sports club. Additionally, Barcelona hosts two major pop music festivals every year- the Sónar Festival and the Primavera Sound Festival.

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Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains from Paris to Barcelona. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

Alsa is the main travel company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK travel company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on travel journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal travel with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe travel like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Cheapest Price: $44

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Cheapest Price: $45

BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS), a subsidiary of the popular French carpooling company, BlaBlaCar, is a travel company operating long-distance services in 10 countries in Europe. Founded in France, BlaBlaCar Bus provides connections to over 300 destinations. Standard amenities on the travel include air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging phones, tablets and laptops during long travel journeys, extra legroom and adjustable seats. On select routes there is also free Wi-Fi available. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.

Cheapest Price: $45

Iberia is Spain’s leading airline, headquartered in Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas in Madrid, offering flights around Europe and across the world. It offers different fares for your next travel between Paris and Barcelona including: Basic Fare, Classic Fare, Flexible Fare and Business Club.

EasyJet is a British multinational low-cost airline headquartered at London Luton Airport (LTN). It’s the largest UK-based carrier based on the number of passengers carried. EasyJet flies to over 150 destinations across Europe and North Africa, making it a popular budget airline for travelers. To keep fares as low as possible, easyJet tickets are non-refundable and no complimentary snacks are provided onboard. All fare types include allowance of one small personal bag, while additional fees apply for carry-on luggage and checked luggage.

Ryanair is one of the most popular budget airlines in Europe offering cheap flights all over the continent. Founded in Ireland, Ryanair makes it easy to hop on a travel and fly to popular European destinations quickly and affordably. This low-cost airline is known for operating direct travel to smaller or secondary airports usually outside major cities to keep costs down. All Ryanair fare types include allowance of one small personal bag; additional fees tend to apply for bringing carry-on luggage and checked luggage.

FAQs: Travel from Paris to Barcelona

FAQs: Travel to Barcelona 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 Paris to Barcelona.

There are 3 travel options from Paris to Barcelona: bus, flight or train.

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona is a flight with an average price of $28 (€25).

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

Taking a flight costs $15 (€13) less than taking a bus, which average ticket prices of $44 (€38).

A flight is $122 (€106) less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Paris to Barcelona costing on average $151 (€131).

The quickest way to travel from Paris to Barcelona is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 55 min compared to other travel options that take longer:

Taking a bus requires on average 14 h of travel time.

Train takes on average 6 h 46 min.

The Paris to Barcelona distance is around 515 miles (830 km).

The average frequency per day from Paris to Barcelona is:

6 buses per day.
2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Paris to Barcelona:

Most travelers take a bus from Paris, Porte Maillot to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Most travelers take a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport.
Most travelers take a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Barcelona Sants.

The following travel companies offer services from Paris to Barcelona:

Alsa can take you to Barcelona by bus. If searching for a good deal on buses, you can find tickets for Alsa from Paris to Barcelona for $44 (€38).
Ryanair can get you to Barcelona by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with Ryanair from Paris to Barcelona for $28 (€25) on Omio.
SNCF | TGV INOUI can get you to Barcelona by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris to Barcelona for $151 (€131) on Omio.

Yes, there are direct routes from Paris to Barcelona with the following travel companies:

You can check for a direct bus to Barcelona with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus with 6 direct buses per day.

Direct services to Barcelona tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

Many of our customers traveling from Paris to Barcelona don't make Barcelona their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Barcelona are Madrid, Valencia or Sevilla, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Barcelona to any of these top destinations today!

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