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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 01 Sept
£62
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£81
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
8 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
11 h 56 m
Buses on 01 Sept
6
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Barcelona will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 6 buses from Santander to Barcelona, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 11 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 21 h 40 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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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a flight costs an average of £113.
Distance: 541 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£59 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Barcelona coaches for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 11:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 10h50 | 21:50 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h50 | 20:50 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h10 | 13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Santander to Barcelona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 541 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 541 km |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 2:20 |
Last bus 23:10 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Barcelona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barcelona trip today.
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World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
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Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Estación de Autobuses de Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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 Santander to Barcelona buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Use this guide to compare Santander and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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 (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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