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Getting to Barcelona

Not all roads lead to Barcelona. It is more a question of intent. This is not a city for everyone, despite how it is sometimes presented. To experience it properly, you have to want to come to Barcelona, to live it. The city as it is, the one that takes a bit of effort to get to know. Once that decision is made, whatever route brings you here, there are plenty of ways to get here. Here’s how.


Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport

Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport has become a key hub in the Euro-Mediterranean region. Ongoing improvements to its facilities and services have strengthened its position as a well-connected gateway.

It lies 16 kilometres south of the city.

Terminals T1 and T2 (A, B and C):
The terminals are organised by airline rather than by destination or country.


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Getting to and from the airport in Barcelona

Aerobús (A1 and A2)

Direct daily connections between Barcelona Airport and Plaça de Catalunya, with stops across the city.

 

Frequency:

A1: every 8 minutes | A2: every 15 minutes

 

Journey time: around 35 minutes

 

Hours: 24 hours


Contact
(+34) 902 100 104

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Metro (TMB)

Daily connections between Barcelona Airport and stations such as Zona Universitària, Collblanc and Torrassa via line L9 Sud.

 

Hours:

Weekdays (Monday to Thursday), Sundays and public holidays: 5am–midnight | Fridays, Saturdays and eves of public holidays: 5am–2am | Saturdays: 24-hour service

 

Contact
(+34) 900 701 149

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Train (RENFE)

Daily services between Barcelona Airport (Terminal 2) and Barcelona-Sants and Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia via the R2 Nord Rodalies line.

 

Hours: 5.40am–11.40pm

 

Frequency: about every 30 minutes

Journey time: around 20 minutes to Barcelona-Sants

 

Contact

(+34) 900 410 041

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Bus (TMB)

Daily connections between Barcelona Airport and various points in the city on bus line 46.

 

Hours: 5.40am–11.50pm

 

Frequency: every 20–30 minutes

 

Journey time: around 35–40 minutes to Plaça d’Espanya

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Night bus (NitBus)

Night buses (NitBus) link Barcelona Airport with different parts of the city during the night. The main routes are N17, which connects Plaça de Catalunya and Plaça d’Espanya with Terminal T1, and N18, which runs from Plaça de Catalunya to both terminals.

 

Hours: 10pm–5am

 

Frequency: every 20–30 minutes

 

Journey time: around 45 minutes to Plaça de Catalunya

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Car

Barcelona Airport is mainly reached via the C-31 Barcelona–Castelldefels motorway, which connects with the C-32 Barcelona–Sitges. It can also be accessed via Avinguda Diagonal, the Ronda de Dalt and the Ronda Litoral. The journey from central Barcelona takes around 20 minutes.



Port of Barcelona


Barcelona is one of the Mediterranean’s main cruise ports and a key gateway to the city by sea. The Port of Barcelona has several passenger terminals for both cruise ships and ferries, all equipped with modern facilities that make arrival smooth and straightforward.

There are regular sailings to the Balearic Islands and other Mediterranean ports. The port is also close to the city centre, making it easy to reach the main sights by public transport, taxi or other means.

Contact
(+34) 932 986 000


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Arriving in Barcelona by train is a fast, convenient and sustainable option. The city is well connected to destinations across Spain and Europe thanks to high-speed and conventional rail networks that link Barcelona with major cities.

The stations are located in key parts of the city and are well connected to public transport, making it easy to reach the centre and main points of interest. There is also a wide range of services, from Rodalies commuter trains to long-distance routes, so you can choose what best suits your journey.

Travelling by train is also a relaxed and efficient way to start discovering Barcelona from the moment you arrive.


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Barcelona’s main train stations

Barcelona-Sants

Barcelona-Sants (Plaça dels Països Catalans, 1–7) is the city’s main railway hub, handling Rodalies commuter trains, regional services, AVE high-speed trains and international routes.

 

Hours

Monday to Friday: 4.30am–12.30am; weekends and public holidays: 5am–12.30am

 

Connections: metro L3 and L5; buses 27, 78, 109, 115, D40, H10, V5 and V7

From high-speed services to local commuter lines, Sants connects Barcelona with major cities across Spain and beyond, and also provides direct access to the airport.


Contact
(+34) 900 410 041

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Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia

Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia

In the very centre of the city, Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia (Passeig de Gràcia – Aragó, s/n) is the most convenient central station, serving Rodalies commuter and regional trains.

 

Hours

Daily: 5am–midnight

 

Connections: metro L2, L3 and L4; buses 7, 22, 24, 39, 47, H10, V15 and V17

 

Rodalies commuter and regional services link the city with places such as Mataró, Maçanet, Girona, Lleida and PortAventura, and also connect to Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport via the R2 Nord line.

 

Contact
(+34) 900 410 041

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Estació de França

Built in 1929, Estació de França (Avinguda del Marquès de l’Argentera, s/n) stands out for its spacious main hall and the iron structures that span the platforms.

 

Hours

Daily: 5am–midnight

 

Connections: metro L4; buses 47, 59, 120, D20, H14, V13, V15, V17 and V19

 

National services include Euromed, Talgo and Regional Express, along with regional and Rodalies commuter lines (R13 to R17 and R2 Sud) towards Tarragona, Lleida, PortAventura, Vilanova and other destinations along the network.


Contact
(+34) 900 410 041

Saber-ne més


Arriving in Barcelona by bus is a practical, flexible and accessible way to reach the city. Services run regularly from destinations across Spain and Europe, making it a convenient choice for many travellers.

Bus stations are well located and connected to the public transport network, so it is easy to continue on into the city centre or other areas. A wide range of timetables and services also makes it simple to plan a journey that suits different travel plans.

Travelling by bus is often one of the more affordable options, combining comfort and flexibility and offering a straightforward way to arrive in Barcelona and start exploring.


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Barcelona’s main coach stations

Barcelona Nord Bus Station

Barcelona Nord (Alí Bei, 80) is the city’s main bus station, with connections across Spain, Europe and North Africa.

 

Hours

Daily: 5.15am–11.15pm

 

Connections: metro L1 (Arc de Triomf); buses 6, 54, H14, H16 and V21

 

Facilities include a tourist information office and automated luggage lockers, making arrivals and departures more straightforward.

 

Contact
(+34) 937 065 366

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Barcelona Sants Bus Station

Barcelona Sants (Viriat, s/n), next to the Barcelona-Sants train station, is one of the city’s key bus interchanges, with national and international services.

 

Hours

Daily: 4.30am–12.30am

 

Connections: metro L3 and L5; buses 27, 78, 109, 115, D40, H10, V5 and V7

 


The station is served by several operators and links directly with the rail network, as well as other parts of the city.

 

Contact
(+34) 902 422 242

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Barcelona is well connected by road to the rest of Catalonia, Spain and the south of France, thanks to a network of motorways and main routes that make it easy to reach. The Ronda de Dalt and the Ronda del Litoral form the main ring roads, distributing traffic and linking the different neighbourhoods.

Once in the city, however, getting around is geared towards walking, public transport and other more sustainable options. Private car use is regulated, on-street parking is limited, and it is worth bearing in mind the Low Emission Zone, which restricts access for certain vehicles depending on their emissions.

For that reason, arriving by car can be useful in some cases, but once here Barcelona is generally easier to navigate using other forms of transport.


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