How to travel from Tours to Barcelona

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Compare bus and train for Tours to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tours to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr881 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr881, while a train costs an average of kr1340.

Distance: 420 miles (677 km)

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kr1340

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kr881

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kr2281

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8h 51m

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8h 21m

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15h 29m

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14h 59m

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9h 11m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Tours to Barcelona is a bus with an average price of kr881.

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

A bus is kr459 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Barcelona costing on average kr1340.

The fastest way to travel from Tours to Barcelona is by train with an average journey time of 8h 51m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tours and Barcelona including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Tours to Barcelona among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 50m faster (8h 21m by train vs 9h 11m by car) and roughly kr940 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr1340 vs kr2281). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Tours to Barcelona

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 AM20h40
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    7:40 AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    kr5241One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 AM20h40
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    7:40 AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    kr5241One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8314 · 9715
    12:13 PM9h19
    Tours station
    9:32 PMBarcelona Sants
    kr23491One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95927 · 3615
    12:45 AM17h10
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    5:55 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    kr5981One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 PM18h05
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    9:05 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    kr6211One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 PM18h45
    Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson
    9:45 AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    kr6211One-way
    1 transfer

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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 Tours to Barcelona.

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There are 2 options to travel between Tours and Barcelona including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Tours to Barcelona is a bus with an average price of kr881.

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

A bus is kr459 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tours to Barcelona costing on average kr1340.

The fastest way to travel from Tours to Barcelona is by train with an average journey time of 8h 51m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 29m.

The distance from Tours to Barcelona is approximately 420 miles (677 km).
The average frequency per day from Tours to Barcelona is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Tours to Barcelona:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saint-Pierre-des-Corps station and arrive in Barcelona Sants.
  • Buses mostly depart from Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Tours to Barcelona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Barcelona by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Barcelona by train.
Omio customers who travel from Tours 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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