The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salou to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salou to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Barcelona will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 19 buses that leave Salou for Barcelona every day 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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 train and coach for Salou to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salou to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£18 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salou to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Barcelona coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
normal | 12:50 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 15:45 Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 12:50 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 15:55 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 16:15 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 19:30 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 16:15 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 19:00 Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
normal | 02:35 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 04:35 Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 02:35 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h10 | 04:45 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 05:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 08:00 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 05:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 07:45 Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 07:55 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 10:35 Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 07:55 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 10:45 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 12:45 Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 12:35 Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Bus Plana?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Bus Plana, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus or Empresa Plana to find the best option for your trip from Salou to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salou to Barcelona
Buses from Salou to Barcelona run on average 30 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 30 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 30 |
Direct buses 30 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana from Salou to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Salou to Barcelona with Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salou to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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.

- Bus Plana
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Bus Plana
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Bus Plana
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Bus Plana
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Bus Plana
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salou and Barcelona
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: L1, L2, L3 Train: R16
- Free Wi-Fi
- Blanc (in the hotel)
- Moments (in the hotel)
- BistrEau (in the hotel).
- Available outside the hotel entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 22, 24, V15 Metro: L2, L3, L4 Train: R2, R2N
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Most popular bus connections from Salou
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