The cheapest and fastest buses from Jaén to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€87
Average price
€88
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
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 €88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.
It's difficult to get from Jaén to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
Normal · Normal9:00 AM12h45Jaén, Estación de Autobuses9:45 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€871One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal9:00 AM14h00Jaén, Estación de Autobuses11:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€891One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal9:00 AM12h45Jaén, Estación de Autobuses9:45 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€871One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal9:00 AM14h00Jaén, Estación de Autobuses11:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€891One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Jaén to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 €77, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 649 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€93 Average price | €115 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest |
16h 15m Average total duration 15h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Jaén to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jaén to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 9:45 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 14h00 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Jaén to Barcelona by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Jaén to Barcelona buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Samar to find the best option for your trip from Jaén to Barcelona.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Jaén to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Samar to find the best option for your trip from Jaén to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Jaén to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jaén to Barcelona
Buses from Jaén to Barcelona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €85 but you can travel from only €34 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 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €85 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Samar from Jaén to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Jaén to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Samar for as low as €34. 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.

- Samar
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Samar
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Samar
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Samar
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Samar
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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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