What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona is to train and fly which costs €55 - €170 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs €55 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Pl. Catalunya - Andana Central via London Victoria, Paris, Quai de Bercy and Aeroport T1 - Arribades. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 31m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington station to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Barcelona?

The distance between London Paddington and Barcelona is 1186 km.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 11h 36m and costs €360 - €650.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from London Paddington to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Barcelona bus from?

London Paddington to Barcelona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Barcelona train from?

London Paddington to Barcelona train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

Train, bus or fly from London Paddington to Barcelona?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Barcelona is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs €55 - €210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €360 - €650 and takes 11h 36m, you could also bus, which costs €100 - €220 and takes 26h 31m.

Where does the London Paddington to Barcelona bus arrive?

London Paddington to Barcelona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

What is the time difference between London Paddington and Barcelona?

Barcelona is 1h ahead of London Paddington. It is currently 1:35 PM in London Paddington and 2:35 PM in Barcelona.

Where does the London Paddington to Barcelona train arrive?

London Paddington to Barcelona train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

How do I get a train ticket from London Paddington to Barcelona?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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London Paddington to Barcelona - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 12 ways to get from London Paddington to Barcelona by plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, car, car train, train (Eurostar, TGV, Renfe), or car ferry

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Fly London Heathrow Airport to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
best
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LHR - BCN
5h 10m
€59–202
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LGW - BCN
5h 47m
€52–191
Train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Barcelona-Santstrain Tgv
11h 36m
€361–641
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Barcelona - North Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
20h 58m
€192–352
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from London Paddington to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Barcelonacar
15h 18m
€347–456
Fly London City Airport to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LCY - BCN
5h 28m
€122–482
Train to Luton Airport, fly to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LTN - BCN
5h 53m
€58–162
Fly London Stansted Airport to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane STN - BCN
6h 12m
€58–199
Fly London Stansted Airport to Girona–Costa Brava Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Girona–Costa Brava Airport (GRO)plane STN - GRO
2. Take the bus from Girona Costa Brava Airport to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
6h 56m
€75–339
Train via Lyon
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Lyon Part Dieutrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain
11h 49m
€293–490
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy to Barcelona Airport El Prat T1bus
26h 31m
€104–220
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from London Paddington to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Barcelonacar
16h 11m
€232–388

London Paddington to Barcelona by bus and train

14Weekly Services

20h 58mAverage Duration

€192Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,186.2 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Barcelona, Spain?

Vueling Airlines, British Airways, and two other airlines fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Paddington station to Barcelona-Sants via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 11h 36m.

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