There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) by plane, train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly • 4h 52m
41€ - 191€
5 alternative options
Train • 11h 59m
162€ - 234€
Train via Avignon • 12h 26m
179€ - 257€
Bus via Stuttgart Airport (STR) • 26h 49m
139€ - 193€
Bus • 46h 5m
140€ - 200€
Drive • 11h 54m
140€ - 210€
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International entry into Germany from Spain
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
Conditions of entry into Germany from Spain
- Entry is allowed only for essential reasons
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- The exact quarantine requirements depend on the regulations in each federal state
- Pre-arrival health declaration
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days prior to boarding is required for all arrivals by air
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Domestic border crossings may be subject to approval, testing and quarantine
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 116 117.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 116 117.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to fly which costs 40€ - 200€ and takes 4h 52m.
The quickest way to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to fly which costs 40€ - 200€ and takes 4h 52m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona and arriving at Frankfurt Main Station station. Services depart twice daily. The journey takes approximately 46h 5m.
No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level). However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf via Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.
The distance between Barcelona and Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 1092 km. The road distance is 1329.2 km.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) without a car is to train which takes 11h 59m and costs 160€ - 240€.
It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level), including transfers.
Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona station.
Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs 40€ - 200€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 160€ - 240€ and takes 11h 59m, you could also bus via Stuttgart Airport (STR), which costs 130€ - 200€ and takes 26h 49m.
- Distance: 1091.7 km
- Duration: 4h 52m
What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level), Germany?
Lufthansa, Ryanair and four other airlines fly from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) via Lyon Part Dieu in around 11h 59m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 270€
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 31m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 350€
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- When
- Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 170€
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- 16€ - 170€
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt via Paris CDG
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 7m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 550€
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Barcelona to Frankfurt via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 170€ - 400€
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 85€
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Avignon Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 16m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 45€ - 70€
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 54m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 150€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 100€ - 130€
- 1st Class
- 120€ - 150€
Train from Avignon Tgv to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 190€
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 130€ - 160€
- 1st Class
- 160€ - 190€
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Barcelona to Stuttgart
- Ave. Duration
- 21h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 100€ - 140€
- Website
- alsa.com
Bus from Barcelona to Frankfurt Main Station
- Ave. Duration
- 46h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 140€ - 200€
- Website
- alsa.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Stuttgart Airport Busterminal to Frankfurt HBF. AREA B Mannheimer Str.
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 17€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +385 91 30 30 356
- info@crnja-tours.hr
- Website
- crnja-tours.hr
Bus from Stuttgart Airport Bus Terminal SAB to Frankfurt Main Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 11€ - 16€
- Website
- Crnja Tours
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Stuttgart - Airport to Frankfurt - Main station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 10€ - 14€
- Website
- Blablabus
- Phone
- +359 2 8120810
- operations@eurolines.bg
- Website
- karat-s.com
Bus from Stuttgart Airport Bus Terminal SAB to Frankfurt Main Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 50€
- Website
- Karat-S
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The quickest flight from Barcelona Airport to Frankfurt Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 10m.
Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Frankfurt Main Station.
Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) is 1329 km. It takes approximately 11h 54m to drive from Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level).
Iberia, Swiss, Ryanair and three other airlines offer flights from Barcelona Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Book your Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) train tickets online with Omio and Omio.
Book your Barcelona to Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level) bus tickets online with Omio and Busbud.
There are 1141+ hotels available in Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof (low level). Prices start at 75€ per night.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is to train which takes 25 min and costs .