The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Salou
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salou will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 23 buses that leave Barcelona for Salou on Fri, Jan 02, 23 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 02 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Fri, Jan 02 the slowest buses will take 1 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Salou
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. 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 bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€19 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Salou bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salou buses for today, Thursday, January 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
normal | 7:30 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 2h40 | 10:10 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 2h30 | 10:10 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 10:15 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 3h00 | 1:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 10:25 AM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 2h50 | 1:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 12:45 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 2h50 | 3:35 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 12:55 PM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 2h40 | 3:35 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 3:15 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 3h00 | 6:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 3:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 2h50 | 6:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 2h50 | 8:35 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:55 PM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 2h40 | 8:35 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:30 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 3h00 | 11:30 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:40 PM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 2h50 | 11:30 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 3h00 | 12:45 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:55 PM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 2h50 | 12:45 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Salou
Buses from Barcelona to Salou run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 92 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Bus Plana, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana from Barcelona to SalouYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Salou with Bus Plana, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Salou
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Salou by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2), which is located around 9.9 miles (16 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salou, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.2 miles (349 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Salou
- 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
- 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
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