Barcelona to Dublin, Ireland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

914.3 miles 1471.5 km · straight line
1302.2 miles actual route 2095.7 km · driving distance
29h 29min estimated drive time
€204 - €251 estimated fuel cost
~2h 20min flight time
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Dublin, Ireland?

The distance from Barcelona to Dublin, Ireland is 914.3 miles (1471.5 km) as the crow flies. Dublin, Ireland is located NNW of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1302.2 miles, taking about 29h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 20min. Barcelona is in Spain, while Dublin, Ireland is in Ireland.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Dublin, Ireland. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Barcelona to Dublin, Ireland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 29min €204 - €251 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 20min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 23min $104–$195* Budget
Train ~38h 20min $156–$456* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & Dublin, Ireland

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
Dublin, Ireland
53.35°N, 6.26°W
Europe/Dublin
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 305 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM