There are 5 ways to get from Barcelona to Monaco 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 to Nice, train • 4h 50m
Cheapest option
Fly to Monaco • 4h 42m
3 alternative options
Train • 8h 17m
Bus • 9h 32m
Drive • 6h 32m
Barcelona to Monaco by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Monaco is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 32m.
The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Monaco is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €26 - €150.
No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord and arriving at Villa paloma via Aéroport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Monaco Monte Carlo via Marseille-Saint-Charles and Nice Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.
The distance between Barcelona and Monaco is 536 km. The road distance is 685.3 km.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Monaco without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs €75 - €150.
It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Barcelona to Monaco, including transfers.
Barcelona to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord station.
Barcelona to Monaco train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Monaco is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €26 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 8h 17m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 32m.
- Distance: 536.3 km
- Duration: 4h 50m
What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Monaco?
easyJet, FlexFlight ApS and two other airlines fly from Barcelona to Monaco every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona to Monaco via Marseille St Charles, Marseille-Saint-Charles, Nice-Ville, and Nice Ville in around 8h 17m.
- Website
- flexflight.dk
Flights from Barcelona to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €28 - €160
Flights from Barcelona to Monaco via Geneva, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €220
- Website
- monacair.mc
Flights from Barcelona to Monaco via Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 32m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €28 - €160
Flights from Barcelona to Monaco via Geneva, Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €220
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Barcelona to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €220
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Barcelona to Nice
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €40 - €330
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Nice St Augustin to Monaco Monte Carlo
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €3 - €8
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €3 - €6
- Rail 1st Class
- €5 - €8
Train from Marseille St Charles to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €55
- Rail 1st Class
- €55 - €85
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Marseille St Charles
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 49m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Nice-Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 29m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
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
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Marseille St Charles to Nice Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 27m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €55
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
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 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Nice Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 25m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €70
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Nice - Airport T1
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Barcelona Nord to Niza
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 55m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €50 - €80
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Barcelona to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nice Airport station.
Barcelona to Monaco train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Nice-Ville station.
Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Monaco is 685 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Barcelona to Monaco.
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