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Museo del Villarreal CF
Museum inside the football club’s stadium complex, with trophies, exhibits and a clear introduction to Villarreal CF history.
Cheapest price on 30 Oct
£34
Average ticket price on 30 Oct
£35
Fastest journey on 30 Oct
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 30 Oct
5 h 33 m
Buses on 30 Oct
3
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Vila-real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Vila-real will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
On Fri 30 Oct, we found 3 buses from Barcelona to Vila-real, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.
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Buses from Barcelona to Vila-real run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:25, the last at 16:35. The fastest coach covers the 250 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 7:25 |
Last bus 16:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barcelona to Vila-real.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Vila-real coaches for today, Thursday 29 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 12:15 Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 5h35 | 17:50 Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:15 Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 5h35 | 17:50 Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:20 Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 5h30 | 17:50 Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum inside the football club’s stadium complex, with trophies, exhibits and a clear introduction to Villarreal CF history.
City museum dedicated to local history and archaeology, with material that helps explain Vila-real’s development over time.
Science and technology space focused on educational displays, suitable for visitors seeking a modern, local cultural stop.
Green riverside area around the hermitage, popular for walking, relaxing and enjoying one of the town’s most attractive natural settings.
The historic main square, framed by civic and religious buildings, is the best place to start exploring central Vila-real on foot.
Central pedestrian-friendly square and meeting place, useful for experiencing everyday local life near key shopping streets.
Rice baked with chickpeas, potato, tomato and pork cuts. A hearty Valencian Sunday dish long linked to home cooking and inland village traditions.
Traditional paella from the Valencian interior, made with rice, chicken, rabbit, green beans and garrofó. It is the region’s most iconic celebratory rice dish.
Rice cooked slowly with beans, turnip and pork parts such as ear or trotter. A robust winter dish typical of Castellón and nearby Valencian towns.
Refined contemporary restaurant serving tasting menus and creative Mediterranean dishes in an elegant, modern dining room.
Established restaurant for Valencian rice dishes, seafood and market cuisine in a polished but relaxed setting popular with local diners.
Traditional venue known for grilled meats, tapas and hearty regional cooking with a casual atmosphere suited to groups and families.
Moderate for Spain: meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels in peak season can rise. Local buses and nearby regional rail are generally affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Vila-real 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 Vila-real, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Vila-real buses use the Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) to Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren) station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Vila-real bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurants available in nearby shopping center.
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).
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal).
Available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal): Accessible sidewalks for wheelchairs.
Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 is 4 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Various dining options are available inside the terminal.
Free WiFi is available in the terminal. ATMs are aTMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2.
Available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2: The terminal is fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren). ATMs are available at Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren).
Ticket office support is available at Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren).
Available at Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren): Basic accessibility features present.
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