The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Jaén
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 24 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
649 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Jaén is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Jaén will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £78.
Of the 6 buses that leave Barcelona for Jaén every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 649 km distance in an average of 13 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 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.
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Compare coach, train and flight for Barcelona to Jaén
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Jaén among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £77, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 649 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£95 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price |
16h 1m Average total duration 15h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Jaén bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Jaén coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 06:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h45 | 21:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h00 | 07:00 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 19:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h45 | 09:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 19:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 14h20 | 09:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 09:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Jaén
Buses from Barcelona to Jaén run on average 13 times per day, taking around 15h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £41 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 649 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 649 km |
Average bus duration 15h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Barcelona to JaénYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Jaén with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barcelona to Jaén coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Jaén 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 Jaén, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Jaén
- 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
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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