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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 3 buses that leave Barcelona for Alcalá de Henares every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 474 km distance in an average of 16 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 11 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. 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 train costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 474 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £50 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares coaches for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:30 Barcelona | 7h20 | 15:50 Alcalá de Henares | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Barcelona | 7h20 | 21:50 Alcalá de Henares | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:10 Barcelona | 32h40 | 05:50 Alcalá de Henares | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares
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Buses from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 474 km distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 474 km |
Average bus duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Barcelona to Alcalá de HenaresYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alcalá de Henares 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 Alcalá de Henares, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alcala De Henares, Vía de Servicio Guadalajara (Centro Comercial La Dehesa), located 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Alcalá de Henares
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
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