How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Barcelona start from $36. The average price for this route is around $95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Barcelona?

The average bus trip duration from Essen to Barcelona is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 730 miles (1178 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Barcelona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Barcelona?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Barcelona at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Barcelona?

A bus trip from Essen to Barcelona generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Essen to Barcelona?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11357 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Barcelona?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Essen to Barcelona from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Essen to Barcelona on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:20am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 4h	10:20am	Barcelona Nord	Cheapest
Bus	5:20am	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 1h	7:15am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	9:55am	Essen	1d 4h	2:35pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 11h	9:15am	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Essen	1d 2h	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:40 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

15h 10mAverage Duration

731 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $246	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$76 - $160	Average Duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Barcelona?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
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E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,073 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,378 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ES bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Essen to Barcelona by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Barcelona start from $36. The average price for this route is around $95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Barcelona?
The average bus trip duration from Essen to Barcelona is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 730 miles (1178 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Barcelona at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Essen to Barcelona generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Essen to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Essen to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Essen to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/15

No data

01/16

$76

Today

$64

01/18

$81

01/19

$32

01/20

$75

01/21

$81

01/22

$112

The cheapest trip from Essen to Barcelona was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $32

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Barcelona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $32 to $152 for a bus ticket from Essen to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2026-01-19.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.