How to get from London to Barcelona
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from London to Barcelona. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1141 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 €20, on Sat, Sep 5.
This fare comes from a search on September 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1141 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €68Checked Sep 7 | 2h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €52Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 22h 31m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€68Checked Sep 72h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€52Omio catalogue, Sep 922h 31m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
London 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.
- 1London Stansted → Barcelona El Pratflight
Ryanair·2h 15m
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.
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Flight prices by day, London to Barcelona
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€19October 2026
€19Departure 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.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairLondon Stansted-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
easyJetLondon Gatwick-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
FlixBusLondon Victoria Coach-Paris, Paris-BarcelonaBook →On this route you travel with Ryanair, easyJet, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Barcelona works
Start with a Ryanair flight from London to Barcelona, about 2h 15m. In total it's roughly €68 over 2h 15m, direct, no transfers.
London to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Barcelona?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Barcelona from London?
About 1141 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Barcelona cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €20 to €102. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from London to Barcelona?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 15m.
How long is the flight from London to Barcelona?
About 2h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for London and Barcelona?
London is STN and Barcelona is BCN, so this route is usually written STN to BCN.
Which operators run London to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, easyJet, FlixBus.
Can you get from London to Barcelona without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 11h 01m.
What is the cheapest way to get from London 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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