How to get from Barcelona to Álava
- 436 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 25m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Barcelona to Álava. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 436 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
436 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €24Older observation | 1h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €43Reading date not recorded | 6h1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €23Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 8h 30m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€24Older observation1h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€43Reading date not recorded6h · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€23Omio catalogue, Oct 38h 30m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Barcelona to Álava: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Barcelona El Prat → Vitoria Airportflight
Volotea·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
VoloteaBarcelona El Prat-Vitoria AirportSee live options and dates →
RenfeBarcelona-Vitoria-GasteizBook →Airport shuttle busVitoria-Gasteiz-Vitoria AirportSee live options and dates →ALSABarcelona-Vitoria-GasteizBook →Local busVitoria-Gasteiz-Vitoria AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus, ALSA, Local bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Barcelona to Álava works
Start with a Volotea flight from Barcelona to Álava, about 1h 25m. In total it's roughly €24 over 1h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Barcelona to Álava: common questions
How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Álava?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Álava from Barcelona?
About 436 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Barcelona to Álava cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €24 to €45. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Barcelona to Álava?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 25m.
How long is the flight from Barcelona to Álava?
About 1h 25m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Barcelona and Álava?
Barcelona is BCN and Álava is VIT, so this route is usually written BCN to VIT.
Which operators run Barcelona to Álava?
On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus, ALSA, Local bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Álava?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Volotea
Route calculated: 30 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 25 Sep 2026