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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Basel SBB | Barcelona Nord | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Basel SBB | Barcelona Nord | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Basel SBB | Barcelona Nord | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Basel SBB | Sants | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Barcelona Nord | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Basel to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 469 - R 4 326 | Average duration20h 40m | 20kg CO₂e | ||
Train | Average priceR 4 197 - R 4 197 | Average duration10h 55m | 19kg CO₂e | |
Carpool | Average priceR 2 154 - R 2 282 | Average duration10h 30m | 34kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Barcelona?
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
- C
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Basel to Barcelona by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Barcelona start at R 469. The average price for this route is around R 2 019. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Basel to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Basel to Barcelona is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 810 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Barcelona at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Basel to Barcelona produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Basel to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Basel to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Basel to Barcelona was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 405To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 405 to R 1 609 for a bus ticket from Basel to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 405, which is on 2026-01-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Barcelona?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
