How to travel from Tarbes to Barcelona

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Tarbes to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Barcelona 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 5h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a flight costs an average of €585.

Distance: 165 miles (267 km)

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Driving

€585

Average price

€138

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€43

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Cheapest

€107

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 53m

Average total duration

3h 53m

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2h 0m

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5h 34m

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5h 4m

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30m

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8h 20m

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7h 50m

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30m

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5h 28m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Air France

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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

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

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

A bus is €94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Barcelona costing on average €138.

A bus is €542 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarbes to Barcelona costing on average €585.

The fastest way to travel from Tarbes to Barcelona is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 8h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tarbes and Barcelona including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Tarbes 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 1h 35m sooner (3h 53m by flight vs 5h 28m by car). Tickets start at around €585 compared to roughly €107 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 Tarbes to Barcelona

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

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM9h50
    Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen
    5:55 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    331One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM9h50
    Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen
    5:55 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    331One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7491 · AF1648
    10:25 AM4h25
    Pau Pyrenees Airport
    2:50 PMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    3441One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9715+TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187872712+SNCF | TGV INOUI6875
    3:42 PM5h50
    Tarbes station
    9:32 PMBarcelona Sants
    1181One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:35 PM11h20
    Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont
    5:55 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus8768 · 50025
    1:45 PM9h00
    Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont
    10:45 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus8768 · 3141
    1:45 PM10h00
    Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont
    11:45 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    341One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7497 · AF1648
    6:30 AM8h20
    Pau Pyrenees Airport
    2:50 PMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    2951One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7497 · AF1348
    6:30 AM4h45
    Pau Pyrenees Airport
    11:15 AMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    3441One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7491 · AF1048
    10:25 AM5h10
    Pau Pyrenees Airport
    3:35 PMBarcelona El Prat Airport
    3441One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Tarbes to Barcelona

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

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

A bus is €94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Barcelona costing on average €138.

A bus is €542 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarbes to Barcelona costing on average €585.

The fastest way to travel from Tarbes to Barcelona is by train with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 53m.

Bus takes on average 8h 20m.

The distance from Tarbes to Barcelona is approximately 165 miles (267 km).
The average frequency per day from Tarbes to Barcelona is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Tarbes and Barcelona 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 Tarbes to Barcelona:
  • Flights mostly depart from Pau Pyrenees Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Tarbes station and arrive in Barcelona Sants.
  • Buses mostly depart from Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Tarbes to Barcelona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transavia France, KLM, Air France to go to Barcelona by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Barcelona by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Barcelona by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Tarbes 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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