How to get from Rome to Barcelona
- 862 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 50m
- 2 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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We compared the ways to travel from Rome to Barcelona. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 862 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 22, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
862 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €15Checked Oct 1 | 1h 50mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €105Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 12h 35mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€15Checked Oct 11h 50m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€105Omio catalogue, Oct 312h 35m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Rome to Barcelona: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Rome Fiumicino → Barcelona El Pratflight
Ryanair·1h 50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Rome to Barcelona
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€23November 2026
€15Departures from Rome to Barcelona
FlixBus runs 2 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:55 and the last at 06:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 2 | 05:55 | 06:55 |
All departures
- 05:55
- 06:55
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
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
On this route you travel with Ryanair, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Rome to Barcelona works
Start with a Ryanair flight from Rome to Barcelona, about 1h 50m. In total it's roughly €38 over 1h 50m, direct, no transfers.
Rome to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from Rome to Barcelona?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Rome to Barcelona?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:55 and the last at 06:55, from Roma, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Rome to Barcelona?
2 a day with FlixBus, between 05:55 and 06:55.
Which station does the bus from Rome to Barcelona leave from?
Roma with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Barcelona from Rome?
About 862 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Rome to Barcelona cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €38. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Rome to Barcelona?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 50m.
How long is the flight from Rome to Barcelona?
About 1h 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Rome and Barcelona?
Rome is FCO and Barcelona is BCN, so this route is usually written FCO to BCN.
Which operators run Rome to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Barcelona?
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: Ryanair
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 22 Sep 2026