Irun, Basque Country to Barcelona, Catalonia from $31: 4 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• When traveling from Irun to Barcelona, you'll be using the Renfe train services. Onboard, you'll find catering options such as a cafeteria offering snacks, beverages, and light meals. Additionally, a trolley service may come by for passengers in First Class, where you can order refreshments directly at your seat.

• Renfe offers multiple seating options on this route: 'First Class' features spacious seats with power outlets and complimentary newspapers, while 'Business Class' provides luxury seating and meal service. 'Economy Class' is more budget-friendly but still comfortable, with larger spaces than typical intercity trains in Europe. Decide based on your budget and comfort needs.

• Be prepared to navigate Barcelona-Sants station, where your train will arrive. The station has luggage storage services available (cost around €6 per day) and clean, public restrooms. To reach the city center, the fastest option is to take the L3 metro line (Green Line) directly from Sants Estació, which takes about 15 minutes to get to the central Catalunya station.

• Arrive at the Irun bus station early to find your departure platform and double-check the bus schedules, as services can change; you can refer to MonBus's official website for the latest updates at monbus.es

• Since your journey from Irun to Barcelona takes about 8 hours and 30 minutes, consider bringing snacks and entertainment, as there are limited stops—pack a light lunch or download a few movies or podcasts to stay occupied during the ride.

• Upon arriving at Barcelona Sants Bus station, be prepared for a bustling environment; take a moment to orient yourself by checking the station map available at barcelonasants.info to easily navigate to further transport options or amenities in the area.