Barcelona to Balaguer bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Balaguer

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept

Cheapest price on 07 Sept

£21

Average ticket price on 07 Sept

£23

Fastest journey on 07 Sept

1 h 35 m

Average journey duration on 07 Sept

1 h 51 m

Buses on 07 Sept

8

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Balaguer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Balaguer will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

On Mon 07 Sept, we found 8 buses from Barcelona to Balaguer, including 7 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 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.

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    19:002h55
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    21:55Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses
    £211One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal
    16:002h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    18:05Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    9:002h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    11:05Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    16:301h35
    Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)
    18:05Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses
    £231One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    16:101h55
    Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel)
    18:05Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses
    £231One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Barcelona to Balaguer

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Balaguer among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £26.

Distance: 121 km

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Coach
Train
Driving

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£26

Average Price

£21

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 24m

Average total duration

1h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 51m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Balaguer is a coach with an average price of £23.

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

A coach is £2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Balaguer costing on average £26.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Balaguer is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 42m.

Other travel options to Balaguer take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Balaguer including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9m sooner (1h 42m by bus vs 1h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.

Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

Live departures

Barcelona to Balaguer bus times

The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Balaguer coaches for today, Sunday 6 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AlsaNormal16:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
2h05
18:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal16:10 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel)
1h55
18:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal16:30 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)
1h35
18:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
Monday 7 September
AlsaNormal9:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
2h05
11:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:10 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel)
1h55
11:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:20 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)
1h45
11:05 Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Barcelona to Balaguer coaches with Omio?

Alsa operates all coaches services from Barcelona to Balaguer.
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Balaguer.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Balaguer.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Balaguer

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Buses from Barcelona to Balaguer run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £19 by train.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:10, the last at 20:25. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 2h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19
Distance
121 km
Average bus duration
1h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
2h 5m
First bus
6:10
Last bus
20:25
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Barcelona to BalaguerYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Balaguer with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£21
Alsa frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

What's included in each class

Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

Complete guide to Balaguer

Things to do in Balaguer

Discover the best of Balaguer — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Balaguer trip today.

  • Recommended

Museu de la Noguera

Balaguer’s main museum, presenting local archaeology, history, and temporary exhibitions. Ideal for understanding the town’s medieval and Islamic past.

  • Recommended

Centre d'Interpretació de l'Or del Segre

Interpretation centre dedicated to medieval gold panning in the Segre. It explains local river life and offers a distinctive, family-friendly Balaguer theme.

Sala d'Exposicions de la Paeria

Art space within the Museu de la Noguera programme, hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural displays. A useful stop for contemporary local visual culture.

Euro (€)

Balaguer is budget-friendly for Spain. Dining and local travel are modestly priced, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in larger Catalan city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-12 for a simple meal.
Mid-range
€15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€40-60 per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€1.50-2.50 for coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. For cafés, leave small change. For taxis, rounding up the fare is customary.

FAQs: Barcelona to Balaguer coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Balaguer 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 Balaguer, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona to Balaguer can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona to Balaguer is £23; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Barcelona to Balaguer is 2h 5m to travel the 121 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Barcelona to Balaguer leaves at 6:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona to Balaguer leaves at 20:25.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Barcelona to Balaguer with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barcelona to Balaguer, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Balaguer. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona and Balaguer and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Barcelona , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel), Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial), El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) . When arriving in Balaguer , you can end your route in coach stations like Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Balaguer from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Barcelona to Balaguer is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Balaguer including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona to Balaguer depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona to Balaguer:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona to Balaguer:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona to Balaguer with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Balaguer

Most Barcelona to Balaguer buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Balaguer, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Balaguer bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Barcelona
Arrival bus stations in Balaguer

Which Barcelona station do buses to Balaguer leave from?

Buses from Barcelona to Balaguer leave from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. The station is 2 km from Barcelona city centre at Carrer d'Ali Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos NordCarrer d'Ali Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

Buse12 · 10m · £0.90
SubwayL1 · 8m · £3 · every ~28 min

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.

Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel)Passeig de Gracia, 38-40, 08007 Barcelona, SpainWifiDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) from Barcelona city centre

BusV15 · 11m · £3 · every ~9 min
SubwayL3 · 4m · £3 · every ~26 min

Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) bus station facilities and services

Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.

Food and drink

Food options include: Blanc (in the hotel), Moments (in the hotel), BistrEau (in the hotel).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the hotel lobby.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel): Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel): Elevators, ramps.

Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)
City-centre transport

Getting to Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) from Barcelona city centre

BusN12 · 21m · every ~2 min
67 · 30m · £3 · every ~6 min
SubwayL3 · 17m · £3 · every ~26 min

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