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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Albacete to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Albacete to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Barcelona will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 3 buses that leave Albacete for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 433 km distance in an average of 7 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal · Normal15:056h40Albacete, Estación de Autobuses21:45El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£491One-way1 change- Normal6:307h45Albacete, Estación de Autobuses14:15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£521One-way0 changes
- Normal6:307h30Albacete, Estación de Autobuses14:00El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£521One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal15:056h40Albacete, Estación de Autobuses21:45El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£491One-way1 change
- Normal6:307h30Albacete, Estación de Autobuses14:00El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£521One-way0 changes
- Normal6:307h45Albacete, Estación de Autobuses14:15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Albacete to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 433 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Albacete to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Barcelona coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 15:05 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 21:45 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
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| Normal | 6:30 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 14:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 6:30 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 14:00 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albacete to Barcelona
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Buses from Albacete to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £38 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 433 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 433 km |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife from Albacete to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Albacete to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Albacete to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albacete to Barcelona by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Albacete and Barcelona
Most Albacete to Barcelona buses use the Albacete, Estación de Autobuses to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Use this guide to compare Albacete and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses from Albacete city centre
Which Barcelona station do buses from Albacete arrive at?
Getting to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) from Barcelona city centre
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) bus station facilities and services
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
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