People come to Barcelona not only to see historical and cultural sights, but also to witness one of the most enchanting shows. Of course, this is a football match featuring a unique team whose players have millions of fans around the world! If you are in this part of Spain for the first time, you will be interested to know how to get from Barcelona airport to the center, what type of transport you should choose and how much such a trip will cost. Everything in order.
Transfer
Demanding tourists prefer to use the transfer service. It is convenient and saves time. It will be necessary to indicate in the application the flight number and additional wishes (for example, a child seat). After receiving your luggage, you will be met by a driver with a sign and will take you to the hotel in comfort. GuruTurizma recommends the kiwitaxi service. You can pay for the trip in advance on the website and then you will not need to change money at the airport or withdraw cash. All in all, this is a great way to avoid the extra hassle.
Taxi
If you are not planning to stay at a hotel, then this method of travel is more suitable. Taxis are especially popular among those who are not traveling alone or who have taken a lot of things with them. Finding a car is not difficult - drivers are waiting for their customers in a specially designated area right at the exit from the terminals. Signs will help you navigate. And don't worry: even if you arrive late at night, you can still hire a taxi that is on duty outside the airport building around the clock.
The trip will take from 20 minutes, depending on the traffic congestion in the city. If you start from the first terminal, and not from the second, then the distance increases by 4 km, and the travel time - by about 5 minutes. For people with special needs, specially equipped cars are provided, which can be ordered directly by phone +34 93 420 8088. The cost of a taxi ride will range from 25 to 30 euros, depending on the distance. Payment is made for each kilometer of the way on the meter.
Bus Aerobus
One of the Aerobus buses will also take you from Barcelona Airport to the city center. Such express trains depart every 5-10 minutes from both the first and second terminals. Such a trip will cost several times less. A ticket costs from 6 to 11 euros, and you can buy it both ways. But remember that the return ticket will have a limited validity period of only 15 days. You can view a detailed bus schedule on a special website. Finding a parking lot is as easy as shelling pears. Just follow the information signs. As a rule, passengers boarding takes place several tens of meters from the doors of the terminals. Travel time will take a little longer than if you were traveling by taxi. But on the other hand, you can slowly consider everything that you meet on your way, enjoying a high level of comfort.
Other buses
Please note that it is not only the Aerobus that runs between Barcelona Airport and the city center. You can also cover a short distance using other types of this public transport. For example, it is convenient to take the TMB bus, which runs under number 46. The first flight starts at 04.50 am, and the last one at 23.50. You can leave from any terminal. Unlike the bus mentioned above, this one makes more stops, so the travel time is also longer. But you can use a T10 ticket to pay for travel. There is one more bus - night NitBus №17. This option is suitable for those arriving at the airport at night. Buses run from 21.55 to 04.45. And the fare will be only 2.15 euros!
A train
You can also get to the center by RENFE trains, which run every half hour. The journey will take about 25 minutes, and the ticket price is 4-5 euros, depending on the terminal station. If you plan to stay in the city for some time, we advise you to immediately purchase a T10 ticket, which gives the right to free travel in some types of public transport - buses, metro and trains. The train starts from the Aeropuerto station. But the metro does not run from the "air gates" of Catalonia.
Car rent
For convenience, you can rent a car that will be delivered to you directly at the airport parking lot. It is very convenient and suitable for those who are used to traveling in comfort and purposefully arrived in Barcelona to see its sights. Many companies are ready to offer cheap rental on favorable terms. But don't forget about insurance. With excellent transport links between the airport and the city, you will truly enjoy driving on first-class roads.
So we looked at all the ways to get from Barcelona airport to the city center cheaply and quickly. Do not forget to check the schedule of buses and trains on special sites in order to properly allocate your time and never be late!
How to save money in Barcelona?
Everyone knows that Barcelona is an expensive city. If there is an opportunity to save money, why not use it? What you need to do to get:
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell
- Transfer from and to Barcelona airport or one way transfer from Girona airport - will allow you to quickly and comfortably get to the city center
- Hop-On Hop-jff bus tickets
- 20% discount on tickets to top museums (including Picasso, Juan Miro, MNSC), attractions (including Casa Mila, Casa Batllo and Camp-Nou), excursions and bike tours, Hola Transport card
All this will be available to you after purchasing the Barcelona City Pass (+ visit to the Sagrada Familia).
Priority entry tickets will save you time and avoid long queues. You can also buy the Barcelona City Pass (with a visit to the Sagrada Familia + Audioguide + Tower).
