What is the cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona is to bus which costs €60 - €140 and takes 31h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona is to bus and fly which takes 7h 43m and costs €70 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Alba Iulia and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart four times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 31h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Alba Iulia and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Alba Iulia to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Alba Iulia and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Budapest-Keleti, Zuerich Hb, Dijon Ville and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 17m.

How far is it from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

The distance between Alba Iulia and Barcelona is 1950 km. The road distance is 2232.1 km.

How do I travel from Alba Iulia to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona without a car is to bus which takes 31h 29m and costs €60 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Barcelona bus from?

Alba Iulia to Barcelona bus services, operated by Matei Unitrans, depart from Alba Iulia station.

Where do I catch the Alba Iulia to Barcelona train from?

Alba Iulia to Barcelona train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Alba Iulia station.

Train or bus from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona is to bus which takes 31h 29m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €280 - €550 and takes 32h 17m.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Barcelona bus arrive?

Alba Iulia to Barcelona bus services, operated by Matei Unitrans, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

What is the time difference between Alba Iulia and Barcelona?

Barcelona is 1h behind Alba Iulia. It is currently 3:29 PM in Alba Iulia and 2:29 PM in Barcelona.

Where does the Alba Iulia to Barcelona train arrive?

Alba Iulia to Barcelona train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba Iulia to Barcelona is 2232 km. It takes approximately 24h 23m to drive from Alba Iulia to Barcelona.

How do I get a bus ticket from Alba Iulia to Barcelona?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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Alba Iulia to Barcelona - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Alba Iulia to Barcelona by bus, plane, train (TGV, Renfe), car, train, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Cluj-Napoca, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Cluj-Napoca
2. Fly from Cluj-Napoca (CLJ) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)CLJ - BCN
7h 43m
€70–274
Bus to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Timisoara Airport
2. Fly from Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)TSR - BCN
8h 40m
€56–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
31h 29m
€60–140
Train
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Budapest-KeletiIr
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich HbRjx
3. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Dijon VilleTgv
4. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Lyon Part DieuTer
5. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
32h 17m
€285–509
Drive 2,232.1 km
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Barcelona2,232.1 km
24h 23m
€355–512
Bus to Sibiu, fly
1. Take the bus from Alba Iulia to Sibiu
2. Fly from Sibiu (SBZ) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)SBZ - BCN
10h 2m
€84–267
Train, train to Tirgu Mures, fly
1. Take the train from Alba Iulia to Războieni
2. Take the train from Războieni to Vidrasău h.
3. Fly from Tirgu Mures (TGM) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)TGM - BCN
12h 35m
€88–189
Bus via Montpellier
1. Take the bus from Sebeș to Montpellier1922
2. Take the bus from Montpellier to BarcelonaFlixBus 788 / ...
44h 28m
€177–332
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Alba Iulia to Villach Hbf ARZ
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf ARZ to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Barcelona
25h 47m
€448–642

Alba Iulia to Barcelona by train

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32h 17mAverage Duration

€285Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,950.2 km
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Alba Iulia, Romania and Barcelona, Spain?

Matei Unitrans operates a bus from Alba Iulia to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord twice a week. Tickets cost €100–120 and the journey takes 31h 29m. Tabita Tour also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alba Iulia to Barcelona-Sants via Budapest-Keleti, Zuerich Hb, Dijon Ville, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 32h 17m.

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