- Must visit
MUCBE - Museu de la Ciutat de Benicarló
Town museum presenting Benicarló’s archaeology, ethnology and local history. A useful first stop for understanding the area’s past and identity.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Benicarló
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 11 m
Buses on 18 Sept
30
Distance
181 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 buses from Barcelona to Benicarló, including 30 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
Normal12:203h20Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)15:40Benicarló£251One-way0 changes- Normal12:153h25Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)15:40Benicarló£251One-way0 changes
- Normal20:353h10Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)23:45Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal20:303h15Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)23:45Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal20:053h15Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)23:20Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal20:353h10Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)23:45Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal14:053h10Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)17:15Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal13:053h10Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)16:15Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal22:353h10Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)1:45Benicarló£261One-way0 changes
- Normal13:003h15Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 216:15Benicarló£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barcelona to Benicarló
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Benicarló among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 48m. 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 train costs an average of £21, while a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 181 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£26 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Benicarló is a train with an average price of £21.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Benicarló:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barcelona to Benicarló costing on average £26.
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Benicarló is by train with an average journey time of 2h 18m.
Other travel options to Benicarló take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 51m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Benicarló including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 2h 51m versus 2h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Hife, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Barcelona to Benicarló bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Benicarló coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 12:15 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h25 | 15:40 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:15 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h25 | 15:40 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:20 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h20 | 15:40 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h15 | 16:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h15 | 16:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:05 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h10 | 16:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:00 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h15 | 17:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:00 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h15 | 17:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:05 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h10 | 17:15 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:00 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h20 | 18:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:00 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h20 | 18:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:05 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h15 | 18:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:00 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h20 | 19:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:00 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h20 | 19:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:05 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h15 | 19:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h30 | 22:00 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h30 | 22:00 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h25 | 22:00 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h20 | 22:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h20 | 22:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h15 | 22:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:00 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h20 | 23:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:00 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h20 | 23:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:05 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h15 | 23:20 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h15 | 23:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h15 | 23:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h10 | 23:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h20 | 0:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h20 | 0:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h15 | 0:50 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h15 | 1:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h15 | 1:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h10 | 1:45 Benicarló | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Benicarló
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Buses from Barcelona to Benicarló run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 24 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 181 km distance in 3h 10m.
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 £17
Distance 181 km |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 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 £17
Bus providers: Hife, BlaBlaCar from Barcelona to BenicarlóYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Benicarló with Hife, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Hife
About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hife Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Hife Price
£25
Hife frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Benicarló
Things to do in Benicarló
Discover the best of Benicarló — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Benicarló trip today.
- Recommended
Sala Puig de la Nau del MUCBE
Permanent section within MUCBE focused on the Iberian settlement of Puig de la Nau. It gives context before visiting the archaeological site itself.
Sala d'Exposicions del MUCBE
Exhibition area within the city museum hosting temporary art and heritage displays. Good for visitors interested in current local cultural programming.
- Must visit
Port de Benicarló
Harbour promenade lined with fishing and leisure boats. A practical and scenic area for an evening walk and a look at Benicarló’s maritime life.
- Recommended
Platja del Morrongo
Main urban beach with a broad promenade for walking and sea views. Popular for a relaxed stroll close to the town centre and marina.
- Recommended
Casc Antic de Benicarló
Historic heart of Benicarló with narrow streets, parish church and civic buildings. Best area for wandering and getting a sense of the town’s character.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Alcachofa de Benicarló
Signature artichokes from Benicarló, prized for their tender heart and slight sweetness. Often grilled or baked; the town is especially known for them.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con alcachofas y marisco
Rice cooked with local artichokes and seafood. A classic Maestrat coastal dish that showcases Benicarló’s famous produce and fishing tradition.
- Gluten-free
Arroz con sepia y alcachofas
Traditional rice dish with cuttlefish and artichokes, common along this coast. The local artichoke gives it a distinctly Benicarló character.
Restaurante Mar Blava
Established seafood restaurant by the marina, known for rice dishes, shellfish and a classic coastal dining room atmosphere.
Restaurante Neptuno
Popular traditional restaurant serving paella, fideuà and local fish in a relaxed setting suited to long lunches.
Restaurante Pau
Casual local spot for tapas, grilled fish and regional dishes, with an easy-going atmosphere and solid local following.
Euro (€)
More affordable than Spain’s big tourist cities. Meals are reasonable, and local transport needs are limited; summer stays near the coast can cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €40-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxi fares are usually rounded up slightly.
FAQs: Barcelona to Benicarló coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Benicarló 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 Benicarló, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona to Benicarló can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona to Benicarló is £26; 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 Benicarló is 3h 10m to travel the 181 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 Benicarló leaves at 0:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona to Benicarló leaves at 22:35.
Yes, there are 24 direct coaches a day from Barcelona to Benicarló with Hife, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barcelona to Benicarló, you can count on Hife, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Benicarló. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona and Benicarló and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Benicarló from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Barcelona to Benicarló is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Benicarló including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló:
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló for coach company Hife.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló depends on the coach companies:
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Hife.
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 Benicarló.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló:
- Hife
- 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 Benicarló:
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló. The following conditions apply:
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló with the following coach company: Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló with the following coach company: Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona to Benicarló with the following coach company: Hife.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Benicarló
Most Barcelona to Benicarló buses use the Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) to station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Benicarló 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 Benicarló
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
Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)Carrer Numància, Barcelona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
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Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants available in nearby shopping center.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal). ATMs are available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal): Accessible sidewalks for wheelchairs.
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Terminal T1, 08820 El Prat de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 from Barcelona city centre
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 is 4 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
BusA1 · 26m · £6 · every ~29 min
A1 · 41m · £7 · every ~29 min
46 · 46m · £5 · every ~9 min
ALSA - Seu-Barc · 53m · £2
N17, N18 · 56m · £5 · every ~5 min
SubwayL9s · 52m · £5 · every ~17 min
ShuttleDoor to door · 21m · £14
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 bus station facilities and services
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Various dining options are available inside the terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi is available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs are located throughout the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2: The terminal is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
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