Find coaches from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona

Bus
Average priceUS$144 - US$273Average duration1d 5h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$141 - US$141Average duration14h 30m
50kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
US$144Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$172
Average bus trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure06:25
Distance735 miles
Latest bus departure23:05

Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Barcelona from Gelsenkirchen, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gelsenkirchen - Barcelona

  1. What's the distance between Gelsenkirchen and Barcelona by coach?

    The journey from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona by coach covers an approximate distance of 737 miles (1188 km).

  2. How can I travel from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona was searched and found on 24 Aug 2025 with a price of US$140

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Gelsenkirchen and Barcelona!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Gelsenkirchen by bus?

Bus from Barcelona to Gelsenkirchen

You can also go to Barcelona by train

Train from Gelsenkirchen to Barcelona

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