The cheapest and fastest buses from Salou to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salou to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Barcelona will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 27 buses that leave Salou for Barcelona on Wed, Jan 14, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 14 the direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jan 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 Salou to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salou to Barcelona 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 1h 9m. 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 €9.
Distance: 92 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m 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
Salou to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Barcelona buses for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
normal | 5:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h24 | 7:39 PM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:15 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 7:55 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 14 | |||||
normal | 2:35 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h10 | 4:45 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 2:35 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 4:35 AM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 4:35 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h05 | 6:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 4:35 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h25 | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 4:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 4:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 7:35 AM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:25 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 7:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:25 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 8:00 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 6:45 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 9:50 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 6:45 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 9:40 AM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:00 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:00 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 10:40 AM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 11:45 AM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 11:35 AM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 12:35 PM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:55 AM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 12:45 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 12:50 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 3:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Maria Cristina | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 12:50 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 3h10 | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 3:00 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:45 PM Barcelona, Plaza España (frente Escola Francesc Macia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 3:00 PM Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 5:55 PM Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salou to Barcelona
Buses from Salou to Barcelona run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €9 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 30m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana from Salou to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Salou to Barcelona with Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salou to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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.

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