THE SHORT VERSION
Barcelona to Valencia at a glance.
- From
- Barcelona
- To
- Valencia València
- Road distance
- About 351 km
- Straight line
- 303 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Valencia to Barcelona →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Barcelona
Barcelona is Spain's busiest coach hub after Madrid, with services across Spain and to France, Italy and northern Europe. Barcelona Nord is the main long-distance bus station.
- Barcelona Nord · Estació d'Autobusos Barcelona Nord
Carrer d'Alí Bei, near Arc de Triomf. All long-distance buses. - Barcelona Sants
Some buses also pick up and drop off at Sants railway station.
Arriving in Valencia
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
- Valencia bus station · Estació d'Autobusos de València
Avinguda de Menéndez Pidal, near Túria metro (lines 1 and 2).
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Book ahead for summer weekends, when coastal routes fill up.
KEEP GOING
From Valencia, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Valencia
More buses from Barcelona
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Barcelona from Valencia by road?+
About 351 km by road (303 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Barcelona to Valencia take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Barcelona?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Barcelona include Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Valencia to Barcelona?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Valencia to Barcelona guide.
Where does the bus from Barcelona arrive in Valencia?+
It depends on the operator. In Valencia, services use Valencia bus station. Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Valencia?+
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
What kind of bus runs from Barcelona to Valencia?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Barcelona to Valencia bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Valencia by bus?+
Direct buses from Valencia include Madrid, Seville, Marseille, Lisbon, Lyon and more. See all connections on our Valencia bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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