THE SHORT VERSION
Rome to Barcelona at a glance.
- From
- Rome Roma
- Road distance
- About 1362 km
- Straight line
- 858 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~14 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Italy → Spain. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Rome
Rome is Italy's biggest coach destination, with domestic routes and overnight connections to France, Switzerland and Germany. Most long-distance buses use the coach terminal next to Tiburtina station.
- Roma Tiburtina coach terminal
Next to Tiburtina railway station (metro line B). FlixBus and most long-distance coaches. - Termini and airport stops
Airport shuttles and some services use Termini station and the airports.
Arriving in Barcelona
Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies 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.
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.
- Several buses may leave for the same place at the same time: show your ticket to the driver before loading your bags.
KEEP GOING
From Barcelona, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Barcelona
More buses from Rome
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Rome from Barcelona by road?+
About 1362 km by road (858 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Rome to Barcelona take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 14 h 45 min 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 Rome?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Rome include Roma Tiburtina coach terminal, Termini and airport stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Barcelona to Rome?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Barcelona to Rome as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Rome arrive in Barcelona?+
It depends on the operator. In Barcelona, services use Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants. Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Barcelona?+
Barcelona Nord is next to Arc de Triomf metro (line 1) and Rodalies station.
What kind of bus runs from Rome to Barcelona?+
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 Rome to Barcelona 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 Barcelona by bus?+
Direct buses from Barcelona include Valencia, Marseille, Madrid, Lyon, Nice and more. See all connections on our Barcelona bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Rome to Barcelona?+
Italy and Spain are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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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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