What is the cheapest way to get from Gibraltar to Spain?

The cheapest way to get from Gibraltar to Spain is to bus which costs €90 - €190 and takes 17h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gibraltar to Spain?

The fastest way to get from Gibraltar to Spain is to drive which takes 11h 21m and costs €160 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Gibraltar and Spain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from La Linea De La Concepcion and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 15m.

Is there a direct ferry between Gibraltar and Spain?

No, there is no direct ferry from Gibraltar to Spain. However, there are services departing from Port of Algeciras and arriving at Port de Barcelona via Port de Tanger Med. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Gibraltar and Spain?

No, there is no direct train from Gibraltar to Spain. However, there are services departing from San Roque-La Linea and arriving at Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Gibraltar to Spain?

The distance between Gibraltar and Spain is 1267 km. The road distance is 1046.2 km.

How do I travel from Gibraltar to Spain without a car?

The best way to get from Gibraltar to Spain without a car is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs €130 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Gibraltar to Spain?

It takes approximately 11h 38m to get from Gibraltar to Spain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gibraltar to Spain bus from?

Gibraltar to Spain bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from La Linea De La Concepcion station.

Where do I catch the Gibraltar to Spain train from?

Gibraltar to Spain train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Roque-La Linea station.

Train or bus from Gibraltar to Spain?

The best way to get from Gibraltar to Spain is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs €130 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €190 and takes 17h 15m.

Where does the Gibraltar to Spain bus arrive?

Gibraltar to Spain bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Gibraltar to Spain train arrive?

Gibraltar to Spain train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Gibraltar to Spain?

Yes, the driving distance between Gibraltar to Spain is 1046 km. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Gibraltar to Spain.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gibraltar to Spain?

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There are 4 ways to get from Gibraltar to Spain by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car ferry, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Roque-La Linea to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Alv
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
11h 38m
€134–296
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Linea De La Concepcion to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus Alsa
17h 15m
€90–190
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Algeciras to Port de Tanger Medcarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Port de Tanger Med to Port de Barcelonacarferry
34h 54m
€115–396
Drive 1,046.2 km
1. Drive from Gibraltar to Barcelonacar 1,046.2 km
11h 21m
€166–240

Gibraltar to Spain by bus

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Distance: 1,266.5 km
Duration: 11h 38m

What companies run services between Gibraltar and Spain?

You can take a bus from Estación de Autobuses La Línea de la Concepción to Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya via Taraguilla, Bar La Redonda, Estación de San Roque, San Roque-La Linea, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and Barcelona Sants in around 11h 38m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from La Linea De La Concepcion to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord once daily. Tickets cost €90–190 and the journey takes 17h 15m.

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