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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rotterdam CS | Barcelona Nord | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Barcelona Nord | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rotterdam Zuidplein | Barcelona Nord | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 11 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 877, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Barcelona?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- C
Barcelona Airport
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Barcelona by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 590. The average price for this route is around R 1 631. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rotterdam to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Rotterdam to Barcelona is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1182 km. The fastest bus gets 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 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 offers the most punctual service from Rotterdam to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Barcelona was searched and found on 20 Jan 2026 with a price of R 637To 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 R 637 to R 2 661 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 R 637, which is on 2026-01-20.
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
