Barcelona to Tenerife: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1392.7 miles 2241.3 km · straight line
811.7 miles actual route 1306.3 km · driving distance
14h 30min estimated drive time
€127 - €157 estimated fuel cost
~3h 18min flight time
235° SW bearing direction

How far is Barcelona from Tenerife?

The distance from Barcelona to Tenerife is 1392.7 miles (2241.3 km) as the crow flies. Tenerife is located SW of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 811.7 miles, taking about 14h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 18min. Both are located in Spain.

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. 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 Tenerife. 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 Tenerife

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 30min €127 - €157 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 24min $65–$122* Budget
Train ~18h 51min $97–$284* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Barcelona & Tenerife

Quick Facts

Barcelona
41.39°N, 2.17°E
Europe/Madrid
12m elevation
Tenerife
28.29°N, 16.63°W
Atlantic/Canary
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 464 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 116 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM