What is the cheapest way to get from El Escorial to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from El Escorial to Barcelona is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 10h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Escorial to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from El Escorial to Barcelona is to train and fly which takes 4h 21m and costs €55 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between El Escorial and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from El Escorial to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Av.Constitución-Quiterio López and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord via Moncloa and Madrid, Avenida de América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from El Escorial to Barcelona?

The distance between El Escorial and Barcelona is 675 km. The road distance is 651.2 km.

How do I travel from El Escorial to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from El Escorial to Barcelona without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 48m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from El Escorial to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from El Escorial to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Escorial to Barcelona bus from?

El Escorial to Barcelona bus services, operated by Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid, depart from Av.Constitución-Quiterio López station.

Where does the El Escorial to Barcelona bus arrive?

El Escorial to Barcelona bus services, operated by Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid, arrive at Intercambiador Moncloa station.

Can I drive from El Escorial to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between El Escorial to Barcelona is 651 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from El Escorial to Barcelona.

Where can I stay near Barcelona?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Barcelona.

El Escorial to Barcelona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from El Escorial to Barcelona by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Av.Constitución-Quiterio López to Intercambiador Moncloabus 661 / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
4h 48m
€60–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Av.Constitución-Quiterio López to Intercambiador Moncloabus 661 / ...
2. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
10h 35m
€54–82
Drive 651.2 km
1. Drive from El Escorial to Barcelonacar 651.2 km
6h 51m
€104–149
Train, fly
1. Take the train from El Escorial to Madrid Chamartíntrain
2. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
4h 21m
€58–171

El Escorial to Barcelona by bus and train

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Distance: 674.6 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between El Escorial, Madrid, Spain and Barcelona, Spain?

You can take a bus from Av.Constitución-Quiterio López to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord via Intercambiador Moncloa, Moncloa, Conde De Peñalver - Maldonado, and Madrid, Avenida de América in around 10h 35m.

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