The cheapest and fastest buses from Jaén to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€90
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
18
Distance
649 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jaén to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jaén to Barcelona will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 18 buses that leave Jaén for Barcelona on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 649 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Jaén to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jaén to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 649 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€107 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price |
16h 8m Average total duration 15h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Jaén to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jaén to Barcelona buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 22h15 | 4:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 17h00 | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 21h15 | 4:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 8:45 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 15h30 | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 9:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 14h00 | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 15h00 | 11:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 27h20 | 1:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 26h25 | 12:25 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 25h50 | 11:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 36h10 | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 17h15 | 4:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:45 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 21h45 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 20h00 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:45 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 18h45 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 17h30 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 16h30 | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jaén to Barcelona
Buses from Jaén to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €85 but you can travel from only €43 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 649 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 649 km |
Average bus duration 15h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €85 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Jaén to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Jaén to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Jaén to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jaén to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Jaén to Barcelona
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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