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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $109 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $109, while a flight costs an average of $379.

Distance: 614 miles (989 km)

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$379

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$109

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$239

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5h 20m

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3h 20m

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21h 17m

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20h 47m

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13h 12m

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The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona is a bus with an average price of $109 (€90).

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

A bus is $271 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Barcelona costing on average $379 (€314).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Barcelona including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Barcelona among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 52m sooner (3h 20m by flight vs 13h 12m by car). Tickets start at around $379 (€314) compared to roughly $239 (€198) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Stuttgart to Barcelona

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Avion Express MaltaEW2520
    6:30 AM1h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:20 AMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Avion Express MaltaEW2520
    6:30 AM1h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:20 AMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Avion Express MaltaEW2520
    6:30 AM1h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:20 AMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30489 · 83133
    11:50 AM24h40
    Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB
    12:30 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM21h40
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    8:30 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    $981One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:50 PM24h20
    Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof
    11:10 PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    $1051One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1869
    9:50 AM2h00
    Stuttgart Airport
    11:50 AMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $991One-way
    0 transfers
  • VuelingVY1867
    5:10 PM2h00
    Stuttgart Airport
    7:10 PMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $1051One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2522
    4:45 PM1h50
    Stuttgart Airport
    6:35 PMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    $1621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona

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 Stuttgart to Barcelona.

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There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Barcelona including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona is a bus with an average price of $109 (€90).

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

A bus is $271 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Barcelona costing on average $379 (€314).

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Barcelona is approximately 614 miles (989 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Barcelona is:
  • Around 34 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart and Barcelona 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 Stuttgart to Barcelona:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Barcelona Sants.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Barcelona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Barcelona by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Air Europa, Swiss, Transavia France, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Vueling, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines to go to Barcelona by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stuttgart to Barcelona:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Avion Express Malta, Eurowings, Vueling.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart to Barcelona often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Paris, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Barcelona and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Barcelona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Barcelona, you can explore Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, which offers tours and a museum. Visit Montjuïc for stunning city views, the Magic Fountain, and Montjuïc Castle. Relax at Barceloneta Beach, known for sunbathing and seaside dining. Discover El Raval's eclectic culture and nightlife, and enjoy rides and views at Tibidabo Amusement Park. Must-see sights include the iconic Sagrada Família, vibrant Park Güell, bustling La Rambla, the historic Gothic Quarter, and the uniquely designed Casa Batlló by Gaudí.
Three to four days in Barcelona is ideal to explore its main attractions, including La Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, and the Gothic Quarter, while also enjoying its vibrant culture and cuisine.
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