How much is the bus ticket from Rotterdam to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Barcelona start from $36. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 Rotterdam to Barcelona?

The average bus trip duration from Rotterdam to Barcelona is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 733 miles (1182 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Barcelona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Barcelona at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona generates an estimated 30 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Barcelona from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rotterdam to Barcelona on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Rotterdam CS	1d 8h	7:40am	Sants	Cheapest
Bus	12:55pm	Rotterdam Zuidplein	22h 40m	11:35am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	22h 59m	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Rotterdam CS	1d 1h	11:35am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Rotterdam CS	23h 5m	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Next departures for Rotterdam to Barcelona on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:50am	Rotterdam CS	1d 2h	7:40am	Sants	Cheapest
Bus	12:55pm	Rotterdam Zuidplein	22h 40m	11:35am	Barcelona Nord	Fastest
Bus	12:46am	Rotterdam Centraal Station	22h 59m	11:45pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	10:15am	Rotterdam CS	1d 1h	11:35am	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Rotterdam CS	1d 1h	6:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:06 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Rotterdam to Barcelona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 11 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 31mAverage Duration

736 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $331	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$172 - $401	Average Duration11h 31m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$109 - $158	Average Duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Barcelona?

Stops in Rotterdam

A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands
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B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum
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C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands
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D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands
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E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands
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F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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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
Visit page Map
F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 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

3.5/511,371 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Based on 11371 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $55

BlaBlaBus Rotterdam Barcelona recent customer reviews

Got stuck in Paris in the early evening as there was a farmers strike down south. No assistance given to spend the night and continue the travel. Bad experience and extra cost. Highly appreciate minimum reimbursement of hotel acco.

Petra B.

January 25, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Barcelona start from $36. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 Rotterdam to Barcelona?
The average bus trip duration from Rotterdam to Barcelona is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 733 miles (1182 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 45m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rotterdam to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Barcelona at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona generates an estimated 30 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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

01/12

$37

01/13

No data

Today

$73

01/15

$66

01/16

$37

01/17

$37

01/18

$41

01/19

$37

The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $89 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2026-01-17.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Barcelona?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$97	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time11h 31m	Avg Price$272	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time15h 30m	Avg Price$151	Daily Departures1