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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 45 m
Buses on 05 Sept
21
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 21 buses from Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona, including 21 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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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BASEOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 89 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-2.19. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 21m 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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BASE | 14:10 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h55 | 16:05 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 15:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h20 | 17:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 15:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 17:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 17:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h20 | 19:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 17:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 19:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 18:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 19:50 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 19:00 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 20:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 20:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 21:50 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
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BASE | 6:45 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h30 | 9:15 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 6:45 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 8:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 7:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 9:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 8:30 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h30 | 11:00 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 8:30 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 10:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 10:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h30 | 12:35 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 10:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 11:50 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 11:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 2h30 | 13:35 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 11:05 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 12:50 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
BASE | 12:35 Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) | 1h45 | 14:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:50, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 89 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 89 km |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 4:50 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castell-Platja d'Aro 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.

Most Castell-Platja d'Aro to Barcelona buses use the Platja d'Aro, Avinguda de Londres (Moventis · Sarfa) to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0). Use this guide to compare Castell-Platja d'Aro and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) is 13 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), La Botiga (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0): Elevators, ramps.
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) is 11 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2).
Available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2): Elevators, ramps.
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