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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for 20 Aug

Cheapest price

£59

Average price

£81

Fastest journey

15 h 15 m

Average duration

16 h 48 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

809 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Basel to Barcelona will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £59.

Fast coaches

Of the 10 buses that leave Basel for Barcelona 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 809 km distance in an average of 16 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 17 h 55 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:4516h55
    Basel, Bahnhof
    6:40Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    £591One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:4518h30
    Basel, Bahnhof
    8:15Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    £601One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:1515h15
    Basel, Bahnhof
    20:30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    18:4019h05
    Basel, Bahnhof
    13:45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    £671One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:1517h55
    Basel, Bahnhof
    23:10Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    £711One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £190.

Distance: 809 km

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Coach
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Train

£75

Average Price

Cheapest

£101

Average Price

£204

Average Price

22h 54m

Average total duration

22h 24m

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Additional time*

5h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 25m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

8h 43m

Average total duration

8h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

2.4 - 4.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Live departures

Basel to Barcelona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Basel to Barcelona coaches for today, Wednesday 19 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
BlaBlaCar Bus7990 · 314122:00 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
25h45
23:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:40 Basel, Bahnhof
23h30
23:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants2 changes
Thursday 20 August
BlaBlaCar Bus4739 · 831331:05 Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)
35h25
12:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1 change
FlixBusFlixBus5:15 Basel, Bahnhof
15h15
20:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 changesdirect
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus5:15 Basel, Bahnhof
17h55
23:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrainFlixTrain12:30 Basel Bad Bhf
21h50
10:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:45 Basel, Bahnhof
18h30
8:15 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus13:45 Basel, Bahnhof
16h55
6:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:40 Basel, Bahnhof
16h40
10:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus17:40 Basel, Bahnhof
17h15
10:55 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus18:40 Basel, Bahnhof
19h05
13:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1 change

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Why should you book Basel to Barcelona coaches with Omio?

FlixBus as well as BlaBlaCar Bus or Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe offer coaches services from Basel to Barcelona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Basel to Barcelona.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Barcelona.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Basel to Barcelona.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Barcelona.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Basel to Barcelona.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Basel to Barcelona

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Buses from Basel to Barcelona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £26 by flight.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 809 km distance in 15h 15m.

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
Flight from £26
Distance
809 km
Average bus duration
22h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
15h 15m
First bus
0:10
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
91 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
Flight from £26

Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe from Basel to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Basel to Barcelona with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15h 15m
Cheapest Price
£42
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar Bus

About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25h 45m
Cheapest Price
£126
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.

Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18h 44m
Cheapest Price
£101
Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe frequency
1 a day

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Museu Picasso

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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Basel to Barcelona coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Basel to Barcelona can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Basel to Barcelona is £75; 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 Basel to Barcelona is 15h 15m to travel the 809 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 Basel to Barcelona leaves at 0:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Basel to Barcelona leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Basel to Barcelona with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Basel to Barcelona, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe for the best way to get you to Barcelona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Basel and Barcelona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Basel , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Basel, Bahnhof, Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), Saint-Louis, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, Lörrach, Hauptbahnhof, Mulhouse, Gare Routière . When arriving in Barcelona , you can end your route in coach stations like Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Bahnhof, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Barcelona from Basel is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 15h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Basel to Barcelona is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Barcelona including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Basel to Barcelona:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating options.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Basel to Barcelona for coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Basel to Barcelona depends on the coach companies:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 Basel to Barcelona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Basel to Barcelona:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Basel to Barcelona:
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Basel to Barcelona. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Basel to Barcelona with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Basel to Barcelona with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Basel to Barcelona with the following coach company: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Barcelona

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

Departure bus stations in Basel
Arrival bus stations in Barcelona

Which Basel station do buses to Barcelona leave from?

Buses from Basel to Barcelona leave from Basel, Bahnhof. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Basel, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.
Basel, BahnhofBasel, Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, SwitzerlandWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Basel, Bahnhof from Basel city centre

Basel, Bahnhof is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus50 · 4m · £2 · every ~15 min
Tram11 · 5m · £2
1, 3, 2 · 7m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel, Bahnhof bus station facilities and services

Basel, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Food outlets available inside the station.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Basel, Bahnhof. ATMs are aTMs available in the station concourse.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel, Bahnhof.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Bahnhof: Station is accessible to those with reduced mobility.

Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse, 4053 Basel, SwitzerlandWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) from Basel city centre

Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Bus50 · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min
Tram11 · 7m · £2
1, 3, 2 · 9m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) bus station facilities and services

Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Swiss (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station), Café Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Meret-Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB): Elevators, ramps.

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