What is the best way to travel from Ciudad Real to Barcelona?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Barcelona from Ciudad Real. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Barcelona from Ciudad Real?
You can reach Barcelona with just £23 by taking a Bus from Sarfa, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Renfe4h 25m010:29Ciudad RealCentral Station14:54BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 10:29:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 14:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Renfe6h 44m007:55Ciudad RealCentral Station14:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 07:55:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 14:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 44m
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Renfe7h 44m007:55Ciudad RealCentral Station15:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 07:55:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 15:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 44m
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Renfe AVLO6h 56m016:43Ciudad RealCentral Station23:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 16:43:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 23:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 56m
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Renfe AVLO6h 3m016:43Ciudad RealCentral Station22:46BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 16:43:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 22:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 3m
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Sarfa2h 8m007:22Ciudad RealEl Sotillo09:30BarcelonaNord Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Sarfa goes from El Sotillo, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 10/05/2026 07:22:00 to Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 10/05/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Sarfa2h 8m017:37Ciudad RealEl Sotillo19:45BarcelonaNord Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Sarfa goes from El Sotillo, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 10/05/2026 17:37:00 to Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 10/05/2026 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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What are the fastest trips from Ciudad Real to Barcelona?
You can get to Barcelona from Ciudad Real in just 2h 8m with a Bus from Sarfa. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Renfe4h 25m010:29Ciudad RealCentral Station14:54BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 10:29:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 14:54:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
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Renfe AVLO6h 3m016:43Ciudad RealCentral Station22:46BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 16:43:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 22:46:00. 50 Economy ticket for £84 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 3m
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Renfe6h 44m007:55Ciudad RealCentral Station14:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 07:55:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 14:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £65 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 44m
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Renfe AVLO6h 56m016:43Ciudad RealCentral Station23:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 16:43:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 23:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £82 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 56m
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Renfe7h 44m007:55Ciudad RealCentral Station15:39BarcelonaSants Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 08/05/2026 07:55:00 to Sants Train Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 08/05/2026 15:39:00. 50 Economy ticket for £66 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 44m
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Sarfa2h 8m007:22Ciudad RealEl Sotillo09:30BarcelonaNord Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Sarfa goes from El Sotillo, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 10/05/2026 07:22:00 to Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 10/05/2026 09:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Sarfa2h 8m017:37Ciudad RealEl Sotillo19:45BarcelonaNord Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Sarfa goes from El Sotillo, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 10/05/2026 17:37:00 to Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 10/05/2026 19:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 8m
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Bus from Ciudad Real to Barcelona
What are the most popular stations in Ciudad Real and Barcelona?
In Ciudad Real, you will usually depart from El Sotillo, Central Bus Station or Central Station, while in Barcelona you will be arriving at Sants Train Station, Sants Coach Station or Nord Bus Station, 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 Ciudad Real? With 3 connections between 3 Bus and Train 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 Ciudad Real and Barcelona, you can pay as low as £23 with a Bus from Sarfa.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 Bus from Sarfa: you will get to Barcelona in just 2h 8m.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 Ciudad Real and Barcelona are Renfe, Renfe AVLO and Sarfa, 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 Ciudad Real 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 Miguelturra or to Sant Adrià de Besòs, and look at flights from Ciudad Real 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 Ciudad Real to Barcelona?
The most popular companies between Ciudad Real and Barcelona, are Renfe, Renfe AVLO and Sarfa. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Sarfa
Train companies: Renfe and Renfe AVLO
All you need to know when you travel from Ciudad Real to Barcelona
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ciudad Real 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 Ciudad Real to Barcelona
How can I reach Barcelona from Ciudad Real?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Barcelona from Ciudad Real.
How far is Barcelona from Ciudad Real?
The distance between Ciudad Real and Barcelona is 582.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ciudad Real 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 16 kgs of CO2, a train 20 kgs, a car 99 kgs, and a flight 143 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ciudad Real to Barcelona?
You can get to Barcelona with just £23 by taking a Bus from Sarfa.
What is the fastest way to get from Ciudad Real 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 2h 8m with a Bus from Sarfa.
More routes to Ciudad Real and to Barcelona
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ciudad Real and to Barcelona. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
