The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marbella to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£106
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
16 h 15 m
Average duration
17 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marbella to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Barcelona will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £106.
Of the 2 buses that leave Marbella for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 815 km distance in an average of 17 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Marbella to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £22, and a coach costs an average of £106.
Distance: 815 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £96 Average Price Cheapest | £102 Average Price |
14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marbella to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Barcelona coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 22:50 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 18h05 | 16:55 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marbella to Barcelona
Buses from Marbella to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £106 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 815 km distance in 16h 15m.
Distance 815 km |
Average bus duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £106 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 15m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza from Marbella to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Marbella to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marbella to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marbella, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marbella and Barcelona
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
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