Route guide

Luxembourg → Barcelona

965 km · Luxembourg to Spain · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €33+ by bus

How to travel from Luxembourg to Barcelona

There are 4 ways to travel between Luxembourg and Barcelona — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€73–214

Duration: 8h 3m

via CFL, Renfe (AVE)

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€33–88

Duration: 13h 47m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~27 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€74–236

Duration: 3h 47m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, Iberia, Vueling

~151 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€116–212

Duration: 10h 43m

~164 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Luxembourg and Barcelona highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 965 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Luxembourg into Spain. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Luxembourg to Barcelona — every option in detail

Luxembourg to Barcelona by train

Trains link Luxembourg (Luxembourg) and Barcelona (Spain) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 3m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include CFL, Renfe (AVE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €73 to €214. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 14 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 151 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~137 kg on this distance.

Luxembourg to Barcelona by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Luxembourg and Barcelona with a typical journey of 13h 47m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €33 when booked in advance, rising to €88 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Luxembourg to Barcelona by flight

Flights between Luxembourg and Barcelona take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 47m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Luxair, Iberia, Vueling.

Typical fare range is €74–236. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 151 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Luxembourg to Barcelona by car

The driving distance from Luxembourg to Barcelona is approximately 1110 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 10h 43m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €116–212 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Luxembourg–Spain border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 164 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Luxembourg and Barcelona is approximately 965 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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