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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Peñíscola
Showing times and prices for 03 Aug
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
187 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Peñíscola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Peñíscola will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Fast coaches
Of the 18 buses that leave Barcelona for Peñíscola every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 25 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.
Normal12:153h40Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)15:55Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes- Normal12:203h35Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)15:55Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
- Normal15:053h30Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)18:35Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
- Normal21:303h35Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)1:05Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
- Normal21:353h30Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)1:05Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
- Normal10:202h45Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)13:05Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£281One-way0 changes
- Normal10:152h50Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 213:05Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£301One-way0 changes
- Normal10:152h50Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)13:05Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£281One-way0 changes
- Normal20:353h20Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial)23:55Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
- Normal20:303h25Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal)23:55Peníscola, Plaça Constitució£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barcelona to Peñíscola
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Peñíscola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 187 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£28 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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
Barcelona to Peñíscola bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Peñíscola coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 20:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h25 | 23:55 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h25 | 23:55 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h20 | 23:55 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 3h35 | 1:05 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 3h35 | 1:05 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:35 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 3h30 | 1:05 Peníscola, Plaça Constitució | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Barcelona to Peñíscola coaches with Omio?
Hife operates all coaches services from Barcelona to Peñíscola.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Peñíscola
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Buses from Barcelona to Peñíscola run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:20, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 3h 30m.
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 187 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:20 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 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 PeñíscolaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Peñíscola 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 Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
£26
Hife frequency
10 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
4 a day
Complete guide to Peñíscola
Things to do in Peñíscola
Discover the best of Peñíscola — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Peñíscola trip today.
Casa de las Conchas
House museum dedicated to local customs and traditional life, offering a compact look at Peñíscola’s social and domestic history.
Casa de les Petxines
Exhibition space focused on the town’s film connections, featuring memorabilia and locations linked to productions shot in Peñíscola.
- Must visit
Casco Antiguo de Peñíscola
Picturesque old quarter of whitewashed lanes, stone steps and viewpoints, ideal for wandering between the castle and the sea.
- Must visit
Playa Norte
Long sandy urban beach with broad views of the castle, popular for walks, swimming and classic postcard scenes of Peñíscola.
- Recommended
Paseo Marítimo de Peñíscola
Seafront promenade along the main beach, good for an easy walk with open views, evening atmosphere and quick access to the centre.
- Gluten-free
Arroz a banda
Rice cooked in a rich fish and shellfish stock, then typically served with allioli. A classic coastal Valencian dish tied to local fishing traditions.
- Gluten-free
Suquet de peix
Traditional fisherman’s stew of rock fish, potatoes and garlic. It reflects the port’s seafaring heritage and is a staple on this stretch of coast.
- Gluten-free
Arroz negro
Rice cooked with cuttlefish in its ink, giving a deep black colour and briny flavour. A much-loved speciality along the Castellón coast.
Casa Jaime
Well-known seafront restaurant specialising in rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in a polished but relaxed setting.
El Pescador Ermitaño
Established dining room near the old town, known for local seafood, paella and traditional regional recipes with attentive service.
La Mar Salà
Popular traditional restaurant serving grilled fish, shellfish and rice dishes in a casual setting close to the historic centre.
Euro (€)
Peñíscola is moderate for Spain’s coast: lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable for most travellers.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-14 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up is usual.
Telpark
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.80
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Plaça Constitució -> Plaça Constitució, Peñíscola
- Distance
- 0 km
- Travel time
- 0 min
- Urban buses in Peñíscola run in Semana Santa and from late June to 15 September only.
- The official urban transport page lists a single ticket at €1.80 and a 10-trip pass at €16.00; no reliable official day pass was found.
FAQs: Barcelona to Peñíscola coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Peñíscola 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 Peñíscola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona to Peñíscola can start from as little as £26 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona to Peñíscola is £28; 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 Peñíscola is 3h 30m to travel the 187 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 Peñíscola leaves at 6:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola leaves at 21:35.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Barcelona to Peñíscola with Hife, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola, you can count on Hife, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Peñíscola. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona and Peñíscola and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Peñíscola from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Peñíscola including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola:
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola for coach company Hife.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona to Peñíscola 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 Peñíscola.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona to Peñíscola:
- 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 Peñíscola:
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola. 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 Peñíscola with the following coach company: Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola with the following coach company: Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona to Peñíscola with the following coach company: Hife.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Peñíscola
Most Barcelona to Peñíscola buses use the Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) to Peníscola, Plaça Constitució station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Peñíscola 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 Peñíscola
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
City-centre transport
Getting to Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
BusD20 · 21m · £3 · every ~15 min
N2, N3 · 22m · every ~6 min
N28 · 24m · every ~3 min
52, 54 · 25m · £3 · every ~13 min
SubwayL5 · 14m · £3 · every ~29 min
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2
City-centre transport
Getting to Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 from Barcelona city centre
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
Which Peñíscola station do buses from Barcelona arrive at?
Buses from Barcelona to Peñíscola arrive at Peníscola, Plaça Constitució. Peníscola, Plaça Constitució is 1 km from Peñíscola city centre.
Peníscola, Plaça ConstitucióPlaca Constitucio, 12598 Peniscola, Castellon, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Peníscola, Plaça Constitució from Peñíscola city centre
Bus1m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
Peníscola, Plaça Constitució bus station facilities and services
Peníscola, Plaça Constitució has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Peníscola, Plaça Constitució: Taxis.
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