The cheapest and fastest buses from Marbella to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€119
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€119
Fastest journey on Oct 13
16 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
17 h 10 m
Buses on Oct 13
2
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marbella to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Barcelona will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 2 buses from Marbella to Barcelona, including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct buses cover the 815 km distance in an average of 17 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 15 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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.
Normal11:50 PM18h05Marbella, Estación de Autobuses5:55 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1191One-way0 transfers
Normal8:15 PM16h15Marbella, Estación de Autobuses12:30 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1191One-way0 transfers
Normal8:15 PM16h15Marbella, Estación de Autobuses12:30 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1191One-way0 transfers
Normal11:50 PM18h05Marbella, Estación de Autobuses5:55 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1191One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marbella to Barcelona
Buses from Marbella to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €116 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 815 km distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 815 km |
Average bus duration 17h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €116 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 3:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Live departures
Marbella to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Barcelona buses for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 PM Marbella | 18h05 | 3:55 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Marbella | 18h05 | 4:55 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Bus from Marbella to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Marbella to Barcelona
Most Marbella to Barcelona buses use the Marbella, Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella and Barcelona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Marbella, Estación de Autobuses from Marbella city centre
Which Barcelona station do buses from Marbella arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
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