How to get from Almería to Barcelona
- 639 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 11h 50m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
7h 43m
1 transfer
Bus + Flight
€124
Cheapest
11h 50m
2 transfers
Bus + Train
€85
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 26 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Almería to Barcelona. The most useful door-to-door route takes 11h 50m by bus, train, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 639 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €26, on Wed, Sep 16.
639 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €38Checked Sep 24 | 1h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €85Reading date not recorded | 11h 50m2 transfers | See Train details |
- Flight€38Checked Sep 241h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€85Reading date not recorded11h 50m · 2 transfersSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Almería to Barcelona: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Almería Airport → Huercal-ViatorbusAirport shuttle bus·35m
- 2Huercal-Viator → Madridtrain
Renfe·7h 05m - 3Madrid → BarcelonatrainRenfe·3h 22m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
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Flight prices by day, Almería to Barcelona
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€33Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 8h 40m€70Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeHuercal-Viator-Madrid, Madrid-BarcelonaBook →Regional connectionAlmería-F.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén AirportBook →
VuelingF.G.L. Airport Granada-Jaén Airport-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Airport shuttle bus, Renfe, Regional connection, Vueling; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Almería to Barcelona works
Start with a Airport shuttle bus bus from Almería to Huercal-Viator, about 35 min. Transfer in Huercal-Viator and continue by Renfe train on to Madrid (7h 5m). Transfer in Madrid and continue by Renfe train on to Barcelona (3h 22m). In total it's roughly €85 over 11h 50m, 2 transfers.
Almería to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from Almería to Barcelona?
The most useful route takes about 11h 50m by bus, train, 2 transfers.
Is there a bus from Almería to Barcelona?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Almería to Barcelona?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Barcelona from Almería?
About 639 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Almería to Barcelona cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €40 to €85. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Almería to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Airport shuttle bus, Renfe, Regional connection, Vueling.
Can you get from Almería to Barcelona without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 8h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Almería to Barcelona?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Airport shuttle bus, Renfe
Route calculated: 26 Sep 2026