Airport
The Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat airport is located 12 km southwest of the city. It takes approximately 20-25 minutes by car to the city centre. There is a free bus shuttle between the two Terminals T1 and T2. For further information on the airport please visit: http://www.barcelona-airport.com
Alternatively, Barcelona can be reached by train or intercity bus from neighbouring countries like France or Portugal. For further information, please check with your national railway provider.
The most efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly way of travelling from the airport to the city centre is through public transportation.
Aerobus
The Aerobus shuttle bus (A1 and A2) connects the airport with the city centre in around 35 minutes. It departs from Terminal T1 and Terminal T2 every 5-10 minutes. A one-way ticket costs 7.25€ and a round-trip ticket costs 12,50€.
For further information, please visit: https://aerobusbarcelona.es/
Metro
The metro line L9 Sud connects both Terminals T1 and T2 to the city in around 20-30 minutes. A one-way ticket can be purchased for 5,70€.
For further information, please visit: https://www.tmb.cat/
Train
The train R2 Nord leaves every 30 minutes and reaches the station Barcelona-Sants in around 20 minutes for 2,65€ per ticket. Please be aware that the train only departs from Terminal T2 – if you arrive in Terminal T1, then you can take the free shuttle bus to Terminal T2.
Taxi
Taxis are available at the taxi stands in front of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 – please look for the signs for the nearest taxi stand when leaving the arrival halls. An average journey by taxi from the Barcelona Airport to downtown takes about 20-40 minutes and costs around € 30-40. Official taxis are black and yellow.
Please find below the contact details of the main taxi companies:
- Associació Ràdio Taxi Miramar: 934 331 020
- Cooperativa de Ràdio Taxi Metropolitana de Barcelona: 932 250 000
- Ràdio Taxi 033: 933 033 033
- Servi Taxi: 933 300 300
- Taxi Groc: 933 222 222