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What is the best way to travel from Marbella to Barcelona?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 15m
$123
$132
4
Car
11h 0m
$53
$53
1
Flight
1h 35m
$16
$89
68

What is the cheapest way to reach Barcelona from Marbella?

You can get to Barcelona with just $16 by taking a Flight from Ryanair, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Thursday
from $123
Friday
from $44
Saturday
from $123
Sunday
from $61
Monday
from $39
Tuesday
from $24
Wednesday
from $16

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Aeronova
    11h 45m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $44
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:10 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $61
  • Air Europa
    19h 20m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    5:55 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $79
  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:45 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $80
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:25 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $61
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:05 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $86
  • Aeronova
    24h 20m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $106
  • Portugália Airlines
    18h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    1:30 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Portugália Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    16h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $133
  • ALSA
    18h 5m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    5:55 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $133

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Aeronova
    8h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:35 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $39
  • Ryanair
    3h 50m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    1:10 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $50
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:50 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $102
  • Portugália Airlines
    12h 20m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:20 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Portugália Airlines
    Economy
    from $150
  • Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    11h 0m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Marbella
    2:40 PM
    Barcelona
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:55 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    12:30 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $24
  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:05 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $34
  • Lauda Europe
    7h 15m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    10:55 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $39
  • Aeronova
    8h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:35 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $100
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    16h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $126
  • ALSA
    18h 5m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    5:55 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $126
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $16
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:05 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • Aeronova
    11h 45m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $59
  • Eurowings
    5h 25m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:25 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $134
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

What are the fastest trips from Marbella to Barcelona?

You can get to Barcelona from Marbella in just 1h 35m with a Flight from Ryanair. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 16h 45m
Friday
from 1h 35m
Saturday
from 16h 45m
Sunday
from 1h 35m
Monday
from 1h 40m
Tuesday
from 1h 35m
Wednesday
from 1h 35m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    6:10 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:45 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $80
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:10 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $61
  • Lauda Europe
    6h 0m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    1:55 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $119
  • Aeronova
    11h 45m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $44
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:25 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $61
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:05 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $86
  • Portugália Airlines
    18h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    1:30 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Portugália Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Air Europa
    21h 50m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Air Europa
    Economy
    from $174
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • ALSA
    16h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $133
  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    18h 5m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    5:55 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $133

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    1:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:50 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $102
  • Ryanair
    3h 50m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    1:10 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $50
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    7h 25m
    0
    6:40 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:05 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $226
  • Aeronova
    8h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:35 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $39
  • Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    11h 0m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Marbella
    2:40 PM
    Barcelona
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $53
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:55 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    12:30 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $24
  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:05 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $34
  • Lauda Europe
    7h 15m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    10:55 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Lauda Europe
    Economy
    from $39
  • Aeronova
    8h 0m
    0
    8:35 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    4:35 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $100
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    16h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    12:30 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $126
  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    18h 5m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Marbella
    Bus Station
    5:55 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $126
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    1h 35m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from $16
  • Vueling Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:05 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Vueling Airlines
    Economy
    from $28
  • Eurowings
    5h 25m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:25 PM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Eurowings
    Economy
    from $134
  • Aeronova
    11h 45m
    0
    9:10 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    8:55 AM
    Barcelona-El Prat Airport
    Barcelona Airport
    0
    Aeronova
    Economy
    from $59
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    16h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    7:15 AM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $123
  • ALSA
    21h 30m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Málaga Airport
    Malaga Airport
    2:15 PM
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $145
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Marbella to Barcelona

What are the most popular stations in Marbella and Barcelona?

In Marbella, you will usually depart from Ricardo Soriano, Residencia Tiempo Libre or Terminal San Pedro, while in Barcelona you will be arriving at Nord Bus Station, Sants Train Station or Diagonal - Numància Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Barcelona from Marbella? With 6 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Marbella and Barcelona, you can pay as low as $16 with a Flight from Ryanair.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Ryanair: you will get to Barcelona in just 1h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Marbella and Barcelona are ALSA, Aeronova and Vueling Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Marbella and Barcelona is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ojén or to Sant Adrià de Besòs, and look at flights from Málaga Airport, and landing at Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Marbella to Barcelona?

The most popular companies between Marbella and Barcelona, are ALSA, Aeronova and Vueling Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: ALSA

Airlines: Aeronova, Vueling Airlines, Ryanair and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Marbella to Barcelona

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Marbella to Barcelona. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Marbella to Barcelona

How can I reach Barcelona from Marbella?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus, Carpool and Flight, with which you can get to Barcelona from Marbella.

How far is Barcelona from Marbella?

The distance between Marbella and Barcelona is 507.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Marbella and Barcelona?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 22 kgs of CO2, a train 29 kgs, a car 139 kgs, and a flight 201 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Marbella to Barcelona?

You can get to Barcelona with just $16 by taking a Flight from Ryanair.

What is the fastest way to get from Marbella to Barcelona?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Barcelona in just 1h 35m with a Flight from Ryanair.

More routes to Marbella and to Barcelona

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Marbella and to Barcelona. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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