How to get from Frankfurt to Barcelona
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Frankfurt to Barcelona by price and travel time.
- 1093 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 55m
- 4 bus departures a day with BlaBlaCar Bus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 55m
direct
Flight
€148
Cheapest
7h 23m
1 transfer
Bus + Flight
€34
Ground only
19h 30m
direct
Bus
€75
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 20 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Barcelona. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1093 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 €34, on Sat, Oct 10.
1093 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €146Checked Oct 20 | 2hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €51Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 19h 30mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€146Checked Oct 202h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€51Omio catalogue, Oct 2019h 30m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt 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.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Barcelona El Pratflight
Condor·2h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures from Frankfurt to Barcelona
BlaBlaCar Bus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 08:55 and the last at 10:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 4 | 08:55 | 10:30 |
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 11:20 | 13:20 |
All departuresBlaBlaCar Bus
- 08:55
- 09:30
- 09:55
- 10:30
All departuresFlixBus
- 11:20
- 12:20
- 13:20
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure 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· 21h€51Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
CondorFrankfurt am Main-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →Regional connectionFrankfurt-Frankfurt-Hahn AirportBook →
RyanairFrankfurt-Hahn Airport-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusFrankfurt-BarcelonaBook →On this route you travel with Condor, Regional connection, Ryanair, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Barcelona works
Start with a Condor flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona, about 2h. In total it's roughly €146 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Barcelona?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Frankfurt to Barcelona?
The first bus with BlaBlaCar Bus leaves at 08:55 and the last at 10:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Frankfurt to Barcelona?
4 a day with BlaBlaCar Bus, between 08:55 and 10:30.
How far is Barcelona from Frankfurt?
About 1093 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Barcelona cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €34 to €80. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Barcelona?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Barcelona?
About 2h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Barcelona?
Frankfurt is FRA and Barcelona is BCN, so this route is usually written FRA to BCN.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Condor, Regional connection, Ryanair, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Frankfurt to Barcelona without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 19h 30m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt 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: Condor
Route calculated: 20 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 20 Oct 2026