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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
£93
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
1 d 5 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 47 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
1139 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barcelona will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £93.
To travel from London to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £318.
Distance: 1139 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£120 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £338 Average Price |
15h 10m Average total duration 14h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 16h 36m Average total duration 16h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for London to Barcelona coaches for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 26h40 | 23:10 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 26h10 | 22:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 28h35 | 4:35 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 28h10 | 4:10 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 29h41 | 6:40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 31h16 | 8:15 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 24h30 | 12:00 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 24h05 | 11:35 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
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Buses from London to Barcelona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1139 km distance in 24h 0m.
Distance 1139 km |
Average bus duration 14h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 24h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 70 days |
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Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
While travelling by coach from London to Barcelona is a long journey it is generally much cheaper than flying. There are between six and 12 departures a day with journeys taking from 25.5 to 37.5 hours and involving an arrival the day after departure. A similar timetable is in operation seven days a week. All routes start at London Victoria Coach Station and terminate at either Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona-Sants or Barcelona, Estació d'Autobuses Nord.
Which coach companies travel from London to Barcelona?Coaches travelling between London and Barcelona are operated by two companies, Eurolines and FlixBus. Both providers have modern and comfortable fleets with spacious interiors, toilets and wifi as well as individual power outlets and lights.
The coach journey to Barcelona from London takes between 25.5 hours and 37.5 hours depending on the route taken. Journeys involve one or two connections at places that include Paris Quai de Bercy, Paris Gare Galliéni, Lyon, Dijon, and Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses.
A similar schedule operates seven days a week with up to 12 daily departures. These start in the early morning and finish late at night with most departures being in the evening.
Departure Coach Station: All coaches travelling to Barcelona from London depart from London Victoria Coach Station which is just a short walk from London Victoria Train Station. Underground services and both local and long-distance trains depart from Victoria Train Station while both stations have taxi ranks and local bus stops. The facilities at London Victoria Coach Station include wifi, toilets, kiosk shops, cafes and bars as well as tourist information. A selection of shops and restaurants can be found in the streets around the station.
Arrival Coach Station: Coach services from London to Barcelona terminate at either Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona-Sants or Estació d'Autobuses Nord. Barcelona-Sants is one of the city's main train stations with good bus, tram and Metro links while Estació Nord is in the Eixample district and a short Metro ride from the city centre with its tourist attractions. Both stations have facilities that include taxi ranks, toilets, wifi, shops and cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Barcelona buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Use this guide to compare London and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Caffè Nero (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3: Ramps, assistance.
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The Crown Rivers (in the station), Giraffe (in the station), Wagamama (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals and departures areas.
Ticket office support is available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5.
Available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants 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 Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: 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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