How to get to Barcelona from Mérida

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Compare coach and flight for Mérida to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mérida to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 1.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £307.

Distance: 773 km

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Coach
Flight

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£115

Average Price

£307

Average Price

7h 53m

Average total duration

7h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

25h 2m

Average total duration

24h 32m

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30m

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4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 24m

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2h 0m

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CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.6kg

CO2 emissions

Renfe ALVIA

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Iberia

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Mérida to Barcelona is a train with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Mérida to Barcelona:

A train is £83 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average £115.

A train is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average £307.

The fastest way to travel from Mérida to Barcelona is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Coach takes on average 25h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Mérida and Barcelona including taking a coach and flight.

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from Mérida to Barcelona

How to get to Barcelona from Mérida by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Mérida to Barcelona is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe ALVIA00299+AVE03163
    9:0910h35
    Mérida station
    19:44Barcelona Sants
    £841One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Renfe ALVIA00299+AVE03163
    9:0910h35
    Mérida station
    19:44Barcelona Sants
    £841One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • IberiaIB2335
    16:251h40
    Badajoz Airport
    18:05Barcelona El Prat Airport
    £1221One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Renfe ALVIA00299+AVE03183
    9:0912h40
    Mérida station
    21:49Barcelona Sants
    £951One-way
    1 change
  • Renfe ALVIA00299+iryo06181
    9:0912h35
    Mérida station
    21:44Barcelona Sants
    £991One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:2033h40
    Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses
    1:00Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    £1561One-way
    2 changes

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FAQs: Mérida to Barcelona

Travel to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Mérida to Barcelona.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Mérida and Barcelona including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Mérida to Barcelona is a train with an average price of £32.

This is compared to other travel options from Mérida to Barcelona:

A train is £83 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average £115.

A train is £275 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mérida to Barcelona costing on average £307.

The fastest way to travel from Mérida to Barcelona is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 24m.

Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 53m.

Coach takes on average 25h 2m.

The Mérida to Barcelona distance is approximately 773 km.
The average frequency per day from Mérida to Barcelona is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Mérida and Barcelona as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Mérida to Barcelona:
  • Flights mostly depart from Badajoz Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Mérida station and arrive in Barcelona Sants.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Mérida, Estacion de Autobuses and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Mérida to Barcelona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Grupo Interbus, FlixBus to go to Barcelona by coach.
  • Travel with Iberia to go to Barcelona by flight.
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe to go to Barcelona by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Mérida to Barcelona with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Grupo Interbus.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Iberia.
Omio customers who travel from Mérida to Barcelona often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Paris, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Barcelona and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Mérida to Barcelona, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Barcelona, you can explore Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, with its fascinating tours and museum. Enjoy stunning views from Montjuïc, where you can visit the Magic Fountain and Montjuïc Castle. Relax at Barceloneta Beach, perfect for sunbathing and seaside dining. Discover the vibrant El Raval neighbourhood, known for its cultural diversity, street art, and nightlife. For family fun and panoramic vistas, head to Tibidabo Amusement Park. Don't miss iconic sights like the Sagrada Família, Park Güell, La Rambla, the Gothic Quarter, and Casa Batlló, all showcasing the city's rich history and Gaudí's architectural genius.
Three to four days in Barcelona are ideal to explore its iconic attractions, such as the Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and the Gothic Quarter, while also enjoying the city's vibrant culture and cuisine.

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