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Barcelona Airport to City Centre Fast and Cheap

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There are six solid options from Barcelona airport to the city centre.

For this reason many tourists arrive in the city in complete confusion, so let’s clear things up a bit by breaking down the transfer choices and all their pros and cons.

Remember – if you can’t decide what to take then write me with your lodging information in the comments below and I’ll be quick with a suggestion!

Let’s leave the airport behind and start our holiday, shall we?

How to Get From Barcelona Airport to City Centre

First off let’s get oriented.

There are typically three airports reaching Barcelona but today we’re talking about the biggest (44 million passengers) and closest (12 km from the city centre): El Prat (BCN).

For the other two options please check out my pages on Girona Airport or Reus Airport.

You can expect to take about 30 minutes to one hour to get central from Barcelona Airport.

Prices range from €2.20 to €35.00.

Index

1 – How to get discount transport passes
2 – The Aerobus
3 – The Barcelona airport bus
4 – The Barcelona airport metro
5 – The Barcelona airport train
6 – Barcelona airport taxi
7 – Barcelona airport rideshare
8 – Luggage storage

Tourist Discount Passes for Airport Transport

To save money I recommend buying a tourist discount pass with airport transport included.

There are two tourist discount passes that include unlimited transport + your airport connection: the Hola Bcn and the Barcelona Card.

  • The Hola Bcn gives you unlimited transport from €7.12 a day.
  • The Barcelona Card gives you unlimited transport + a ton of attractions from €9.50 a day.

Buying Tourist Discount Passes Online

It is strongly recommended to buy these passes from home to get a 10% online discount on the Barcelona Card or a 5% savings on the Hola BCN.

You can buy them from the official Barcelona Tourism office: for buying links and an in-depth explanation of the passes click the button below:

TRANSPORT PASSESWhich is Right for You?

Pickup Points + Refunds

The pickup point for both passes is at the Barcelona Turisme window right outside arrivals.

You’ll find these windows at either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2. They’re open daily from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm and close only on Christmas and New Year’s Day.

If you can’t make it during these hours you’ll have to pick the tickets up at Plaça Catalunya.

If you change your mind just let the Tourism Office know in advance and they’ll refund your money. To do this simply mail [email protected]

Barcelona Airport to City Centre Options

The Aerobus

I call this the fast bus because it takes only 35 minutes.

It’s super convenient because one leaves for the city centre every 5 minutes and its long operating hours cover every flight. The first bus leaves at 5:30 am and the last at 1:05 am from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

It’s impossible to miss – just walk outside either terminals and see the classic blue AEROBUS logo.

Aerobus tickets are only €5.90 one way (€10.20 return).

Many tourists have spoken to me about the advantages of Aerobus like:

  • High price-quality ratio.
  • Free WiFi aboard.
  • 6 USB plugins per bus for charging access.
  • CCTV for maximum luggage security.
  • Spaciousness due to frequency/passenger caps.
  • Wheelchair access + reserved disabled seating.
  • It terminates in Barcelona’s most central point: Plaça de Catalunya.
  • Children under 4 go free.

Tickets are bought directly online – just make your purchase then show a printed or mobile copy aboard the bus.

You can buy your advance tickets at Turisme Barcelona by clicking the button below.

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You can also get return Aerobus tickets buying the super-saving Barcelona City Pass.

With this pass you also get line-skipping entrance to Sagrada Familia and Park Guell plus a ride on the famous Bus Turistic. On top of this you get 20% discounts on virtually any of Barcelona’s attractions.

If you’ve got all of the above planned it makes no sense not to save the time and money.

For more info on the City Pass click the button below:

BARCELONA CITY PASSSave Money

Aerobus stops:

  • El Prat Airport
  • Plaça Espanya
  • Gran Via (at Calle Urgell, inbound)
  • Carrer Sepulveda (at Calle Urgell, outbound)
  • Plaça Universitat (only inbound)
  • Plaça Catalunya (the most central point in Barcelona)

The driver normally shouts out the city centre stops above but it doesn’t hurt to ask them beforehand. You’re also free to press the buttons to select any stop.

Again the last stop is the unforgettable square Plaça de Catalunya, right near La Rambla.

Barcelona Airport to City Centre by Bus

I call this one the slow and cheap option.

If you’ve seen our list of city transport options you’ll know that the Barcelona airport bus is number 46 during the day and N16,  N17, and N18 at night. They run less frequently than Aerobus at every 20 minutes and take longer to get to the city – a 50 minute trip.

You’ll find the Barcelona airport bus right outside the terminals. Just follow the signs.

The price is just €2.20 one way (€4.40 return).

The bus is included in the Barcelona Card and Hola Bcn discount cards.

Careful: You may end up having to take additional transport to get to your destination as the bus only arrives to Plaça Espanya (from here you can take the metro on to more central areas).

I only recommend taking the bus to the city centre under the following circumstances:

  • You don’t feel like spending the extra €3.00 on the Aerobus.
  • You don’t mind taking 30-60 more minutes for the trip.
  • You have no problem standing in a crowded bus.
  • Your hotel or holiday apartments are way to the southwest of the city (there are many stops).

Remember: if you’re staying in classic city centre neighbourhoods like El Born, El Gotico, or Gracia you’ll certainly need another form of transport.

CAREFUL: if you’re taking the airport bus using the discount cards mentioned you’ll need to buy them in advance online as they aren’t sold on board.

Drivers also won’t have change for large bills so please have something small at the ready.

Barcelona Airport to City Centre by Metro

From February 2016 the metro connects Barcelona with El Prat (line L9S).

I’ve done a little test run and wasn’t particularly convinced of the effectiveness.

The number one reason would be that it doesn’t stop anywhere in the city centre – for this reason it’s probably better for residents than for tourists. It also makes quite a few stops and as a result isn’t the swiftest of options.

Another very important con: a single ticket costs €4.60 and is pretty expensive – it’s not even valid on the classic T-10 discount card.

If you absolutely have to take it remember that it’s included in the Hola Bcn and Barcelona Card.

Update: metro service on the orange line (L9) will be suspended for construction works on the following days:

  • October 6th, 7th, 21st, and 22nd.
  • November 11th and 12th.
  • December 2nd, 3rd, 16th, and 17th.

When Should I take the Metro?

  • If you’re staying near a metro stop on the green line between Zona Universitaria and Parallel.
  • If  you’re staying near the red line between Torrassa and Glories.
  • If you’re staying anywhere along the orange line.

Where do I get the Metro?

From Terminal 1 it’s basically right outside the arrivals. At Terminal 2 you’ll need to walk about ten minutes outside the arrivals and you’ll find it near the overland train service. In both cases just follow the red M sign.

Important: if you buy a transport discount card directly at the airport it’ll cost you more than doing it online.

Barcelona Airport to City Centre Train

This option takes the same time as the Aerobus but departs every 30 minutes. It also has a more limited running time with the first train leaving for the city centre at 5:42 and the last at 23:38.

Trains run every half hour and the journey takes 30-40 minutes.

A single ticket costs €4.10.

I’d recommend taking the Barcelona train under the following circumstances:

  • Your flight arrives in Terminal 2 before 10:30 pm.
  • You’ve got accommodation near Sants Estacio, Passeig de Gracia, or El Clot-Arago.
  • You’re in no rush and can afford waiting 30 minutes after getting bags etc.
  • You don’t mind massive crowds.

Careful: If you arrive in Terminal 1 you’ll have to wait for a free shuttle to Terminal 2 before taking the train. They run every 5 minutes but this will easily add another 20 minutes to your trip.

The first return train leaves the city centre at Passeig de Gracia at 5:08 and the last at 23:07. For either direction please check the train times on the official Spanish railways website – I don’t wanna be blamed for a missed flight 😉

Again, the Barcelona airport train is valid with the Hola Bcn and Barcelona Card.

Advice: walk about 20 metres up the platform to the part that’s not covered to have a better chance at getting a seat.

Another tip: if you’re equidistant to both Sants Estació and Passeig de Gracia make sure you grab the Barcelona airport train at Passeig de Gracia.

Not only can you do some last minute photography at Casa Batllo and La Pedrera, but since it’s one stop ahead on the line your chances of getting a seat at peak times increase dramatically.

Barcelona Airport to City Centre by Taxi

It’s no secret the quickest transport from Barcelona airport is Barcelona’s yellow and black taxis.

Like most airports you’ll need to grab your airport taxi after waiting in a designated line. You won’t be able to hail them like on a normal street, but for added convenience you can also reserve them in advance:

I recommend you get a free airport taxi quote using Taxileader.

In both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 you’ll find taxi stands right outside after following the signs. There should be a designated worker wearing a fluorescent vest to show you to your car.

There is a minimum charge of €20.00 but you’ll pay €30.00 – €35.00 to get central (T1-T2)

You may encounter extra fees for baggage, late night rides, and rides on holiday. It’s recommended to familiarize yourself with these fees by reading the brochure on the back of the seat.

You can pay by card but it’s recommended to tell the driver in advance.

The maximum amount of passengers is 4. If you need taxis for a larger group call in advance at +34 933033033 – you’ll be charged a €3.10 van supplement.

For complaints and lost items make sure you ask for a receipt (un recibo).

Barcelona Airport to City Centre Ridesharing

With the onset of Uber and others I couldn’t ignore Barcelona’s ride-share app MyTaxi.

If you’re looking to get to the city centre fast with no hidden fees and no run arounds this is a highly recommended option. A typical MyTaxi tariff should run you about €27.00-€35.00.

The best part? You’ll pay even less signing up through my MyTaxi portal.

For a €5.00 discount on your first trip with MyTaxi simply insert the promo code ‘ashley.pil’ once you’ve downloaded the app.

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Barcelona Luggage Storage

Yeah, so the thing about Barcelona airport luggage storage is… there is none!

If you need it you’ll have to do it in Barcelona. You can store your luggage in the city centre at 36 Estruc Street (near Plaça Catalunya) and roam free as a bird.

Storage is available every day of the year from 8:30 to 21:30 with prices ranging from €4.00 to €9.50 a day depending on the size of your luggage.

Book Barcelona luggage storage now by clicking to the official site of Barcelona Tourism below.

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Really Get on Board in the Comments Below

If you’re still not sure how to get from Barcelona airport to the city centre make sure you write me in the comments below with your hotel/hostel address and I’ll let you know the best way in!

And remember: for any other questions about your Barcelona vacation I am here so fire away!

Adios 🙂

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Comments

  1. I AM TRAVELLING TO BARCELONA FOR THE FIRST TIME WEDNESDAY 3O/05/2018 DONT LAND AT EL PRAT UNTIL 22-25, WHAT WOULD BE THE BEST OPTION TO GET TO MALGRAT DE MAR (PASSEIG MARITIN) ? THANK YOU.

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    • Hi Paul,

      Unfortunately the last R1 train to the Costa Brava departs Sants Estacio (about 30 minutes from the airport) before 11 pm so you’re out of luck for the cheap transport.

      There is a bus transfer option called the Barcelona Bus (#603) which departs the airport at 2345 and gets to the Passeig Martitim in Malgrat de Mar at 123 am.

      The schedule is here.

      For prices and booking you can see them here.

      You could also take a taxi but this is going to be north of 150 euros.

      OK, hope this has helped.

      Ash

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  2. Hi Ash

    Thanks for the v helpful site. We are coming to Barcelona next week we’d-sat and staying at Calla de Salva, 08004 in El Poble Sec

    It’s just me and my 15 yr old son. I’m thinking we will visit Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, Montjuic and perhaps the Olympic Museum and then lots of walking and exploring.
    I had a couple of questions about the card options as couldn’t work out which pass would be best, partly depending on the best way to get from the airport.
    It looks like we should be able to walk everywhere from where we are staying but would be good to know if not, and where the nearest metro station is if we need to use that

    Finally is there anywhere in el Poble sec you would recommend we visit, there’s not so much detail on the sites I’ve seen so getting a little concerned! Many thanks

    Faith

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    • Hi Faith,

      Thanks so much for the kind words, I am glad I can help 🙂

      So, for the airport… you can either take the airport train from Terminal 2 to Sants Estacio and then take the green line of metro down to Paral-lel and walk, or you could take the Aerobus (higher frequency, more comfortable with wifi and luggage racks etc) and get off the first stop at Placa Espanya and then take the green line of metro down to Paral-lel (or hop on the D20 bus from Placa Espanya).

      So yes the closest metro is Paral-lel.

      You’re right, since you’re so central and will be walking a lot I think you should go for an attraction discount pass and not worry about the transport.

      The Barcelona City Pass will get you skip the line tickets at Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, plus you can get a day on the super-informative Bus Touristic (a great way to learn and explore nd even use for big transport trips)… plus you’ll also get a two-way trip on the Aerobus (great for Poble Sec and the best airport transport in the city).

      There will also be 20% discounts on the Montjuic Telerific (kids love this), Montjuic guided tours, and basically anything else you could dream of visiting.

      More info on the pass here:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-city-pass/

      Finally, in Poble Sec there is of course Montjuic… you’ll also find Poble Espanyol and the Magic Fountain Show.

      There’s also the Joan Miro’ museum.

      My favourite thing in Poble Sec? Eating pintxos!

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/pintxos-barcelona/

      Make sure you go for a stroll down Calle Blai and have some, they’re delicious, cheap, and a great way to cover a lot of Spanish cuisine in one shot.

      OK, this should get you going 🙂

      Ash

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  3. Hi Ash
    Some good information here
    We arrive in January and are staying in Barcelona for a few days before getting on our cruise
    What would be the best route for us from the airport BCN Term 1 to Hotel Barcelona universal
    Looking forward to seeing your beautiful city
    Thanks
    Keith

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  4. hi will be there for the grand masters hockey 18th June to 30th June staying at Senator hotel cheap and easy way to hotel got a big bag 20kg plus smaller one.
    than from hotel to Castelldefels hockey field
    regards
    Al

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    • Hi Alan,

      To get to the Senator Hotel just take the airport metro to Collblanc and then it’s about a 400 meter walk. If the bags are too much you could also just hail a cab and it’ll be about 3-4 euro from Collblanc station.

      To get to Castelldefels Hockey Club (I assume it’s this?) you’ll need to get the metro at Collblanc and take the blue line to Sants Estacio. From here you’ll grab the R2S train to Castelldefels. It’ll take about 25 minutes.

      From here it appears the hockey club is only about 50 meters from the station.

      Ash

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  5. Thank you so much for your website! My husband and I will be arriving at El Prat Apr 21 6pm then going on a cruise the next day 6 pm. Can you give me some advise on hotels(not too expensive – mid range)to stay at close to the cruise port. After the cruise we will be staying for another 2 days to tour Barcelona. Hopefully somewhere where we can just take the Aerobus. I really appreciate your help.

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    • Hi Cherry,

      No problem! I hope I can help 😉

      Without knowing too much about what you’re looking for I can say that you’ll need to find a place in the Gothic Quarter (close to cruise terminal + easy access to the Aerobus).

      My suggestion would be to follow this link to the Gothic Quarter hotel list and insert your dates – then along the left side of the page under ‘Filter By’ you can check the ‘Great Value Today’ button and it’ll give you a list of some great discounts, often up to 40% off.

      In my list of hotels near the cruise terminal you may also want to check out the NH Barceona Barri Gotic.

      Hope this points you in the right direction 🙂

      Ash

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      • THANK YOU SO MUCH for ALL the info! We’ve decided to stay close to the airport as we will be arriving in the evening before our cruise. The hotel includes airport shuttle, breakfast and port transfer the day after. After the cruise we chose a hotel in the Gothic Quarter (as per your suggestion)close to most of the touristy spots, restaurants, shopping. All we have to do now is to figure out the places that we must see with the help of the links that you provided here. Cheers!

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  6. Hi Ash,

    I need your help! I just ordered Barcelona city pass tickets and I had selected “2” tickets but it charged me for “4”. I hope they refund me for the other two tickets since it was a glitch somehow.

    Are you able to help?

    thanks,
    Rina

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  7. Hi Ash,

    We are staying on Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 670, 08010 Barcelona, Spain and landing at 12:PM. From BCN, is Aerobus a quick way to get there? Since it’s day time, want to avoid taxi as the charge can go up a lot. or should we take metro?

    Your posts really good, I am starting off with Airport and will be going through other things so you might see more questions from me:)

    thank you,
    Rina

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  8. Hi
    Great website. congrats. I have a question. We will arrive at 11.20 h at Barcelona Airport and would like to go to 154 Carrer de Badajoz, Sant Marti, Barcelona 08018 (Hotel SB Glow). What would be the cheapest an best way to go? Thank you very much in advance for your help.

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  9. Hi there!

    Love your website 🙂

    My boyfriend and I will be arriving to BCN at 12:50am March 10- Im wondering if you think we should try catching the 1:05am aerobus or just taking a taxi? We will be staying in El Born- roughly how much should a taxi cost?

    It’s also our second time in BCN so I am wondering if you have any recommendations on what to see/do. We are looking for a more chill weekend with maybe a handful of sights.

    Thanks a lot!

    Reply

    • Hi Anchal,

      And I love that you love my website 😉 Thanks for writing in.

      Well, the late night airport arrival is always a tough one. If you’re not worried about the money I’d most definitely take a taxi because it’ll be way less hassle. I see it taking about 25 minutes max with no traffic at the time.

      I’ve got all the taxi taking tips in my article:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-taxi-guide/

      You’ll even find a fare calculator link, I’ve done it and to the Born it’s saying 31.50.

      The Aerobus will cost 11.80 for both of you (20 euros cheaper)… from the terminus stop at Plaza Catalunya it’ll take 20-25 minutes to walk into the Born, putting the whole trip at about an hour… not a big deal, but if you’re not willing to do that for 20 euros and 30 more minutes then you know your answer!

      If it’s your second time around and you’ve got a nice afternoon weather-wise I definitely recommend checking out the Bunkers.. it’s a bit of a walk but you’ll chill to the max at the top:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/bunkers-del-carmel/

      The views are insane and it’s a great couple picnic spot.

      If it’s raining or you’re more modern museum people I’d suggest going to the CCCB as the exhibitions are always excellent.

      Something also fairly chill (if emotional) is to take in a Flamenco performance, I’ve got all the info here:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/flamenco/

      There are also some really great parks to check out and I recommend the maze at Labirinto de Horta… more info here:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-park-guide/

      Anyway, that’s a few things to keep in mind… let me know if you wanted something more specific!

      Ash

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  10. Hi there, we are travelling to Barcelona in June and staying in Hospitalet area. What would be the best way to get there from the airport? Bearing in mind we have a 12yr old a 5yr old and a 1yr old.

    Reply

    • Hi Kelly,

      If you could let me know the address (or at least the cross streets) of your lodging it would help a lot… Hospitalet though a suburb is actually one of the biggest cities in Spain so I wouldn’t want to steer you the wrong way!

      My gut feeling is that you could take the metro to Torrassa or Collblanc station but again, depending on where you are in Hospitalet this could be completely wrong!

      Look forward to hearing from you soon.

      Ash

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  11. Hi Ash.

    Can you advise whether the 603 bus (which seems to be part of the Sagales network) is part of the T10 ticket or Hola bcn , as I’m looking at google maps and this bus goes directly to my hotel (NH Collection Podium) from the airport

    If not, do you know much it would be?

    Many thanks
    Robert

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    • Hi again Robert 🙂

      Sagales buses are run by a private company and such not included in any of the discount travel cards.

      I’ve looked it up on the Sagales website but it’s not returning any information (perhaps because it doesn’t even offer people the chance to get off in Barcelona?)…

      That said, your hotel is easy 10-15 walking distance from both the Aerobus terminus (5.90 one way or included in Barcelona City Pass, 35 minutes) at Placa Cataluna and the airport train (about 1.05 using the T-10 or included in Hola Bcn, 25 minutes) stop at Passeig de Gracia… there’s no need to get fancy here and find any alternative routes.

      Ash

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  12. Your web site is really great thanks for all the info. We are coming to barcelona oct 31st and staying till 4th nov to get on trans atlantic cruise we are staying in airbnb at Passeig D’Amunt, 18 2
    Barcelona, Catalonia 08024
    Spain and wanted to know best way to get from airport to rental and also to cruise port. looks like it might serve us well to get the barcelona card since we would like to visit some of the sites like the familia and maybe the guel park would it also make since to ride the aero bus into city center than a shorter taxi ride to rental. As far as eating places my dear wife does not try new foods much what is a tapa and do the places have some american food options available along with the local stuff. Is the weather usualy ok for a visit to beach this time of yr. Is the city sit up for bike riding we rented bikes in copenhagen last yr and it worked out nice for sitseeing. If we enjoy walking is it possible fairly easy from aour rental to go to city center sorry so many questions thak again.

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    • Hi Tim,

      Thanks for writing in with your compliments, I’ll try and bang off all your questions in a very straight forward numerical form 🙂

      1 – Your best way to get to your lodging (aside from taking about a 35 euro taxi) is by taking the Aerobus to Catalunya, walking 200 meters to Unquinaona metro stop and taking the metro’s yellow line. You’ll take the metro to the stop Joanic. From here it’s about a 10 minute walk. The Aerobus is included with the Barcelona City Pass.

      2 – If you’re visiting Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, and need the Aerobus the City Pass is a great value because it’ll help you book the times you want without spending lots of time in line, and it can be booked from the convenience of home. It also gives you 20% off pretty much every attraction you’ll see in Barcelona.

      3 – Tapas are essentially little appetizers that are commonplace in Spain… instead of everybody at the table ordering a main dish each, people tend to order about 6-7 little plates to share. That said, a lot of these dishes are not a great departure from American food…

      Stuff like patatas bravas (similar to french fries but chunkier), chistorra (a cider soaked sausage), and tortilla de patatas (a type of omelette with potatoes) use European/American staple ingredients. This won’t be a situation similar to eating still-beating snake hearts in Vietnam and I’m sure your wife could be converted to the ‘dark side’ with just a little adventurousness.. we all were!

      I personally wouldn’t trust any tapas restaurant that has American/tourist options on the side… it most likely means it’s overpriced and a tourist trap. I would separate the two dining experiences… there are a ton of highly reviewed American-type places like Bernie’s Diner, Bacoa, Milk Bar & Bistro, and even the Hard Rock cafe.

      4 – You’ll usually be out of luck for beach weather by the end of October, consult my article on October weather here:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/weather-in-barcelona-in-october/

      5 – Even if it’ not scorching hot Barcelona is one of the best cities for bike riding in the world and it’s highly recommended. I outline the entire process in my article:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-bike-rental/

      6 – From your lodging you’re unfortunately a bit outside. You’ll be able to walk about 20-25 minutes (uphill) to Park Guell and about 20 minutes (downhill) to Sagrada Familia… the rest will be about 40-60 minutes away. It’s doable but depends how long you want to walk! On a nice day I can easily walk an hour but it all depends on the person.

      If not, the yellow line of the metro will get you in position very quickly. City centre in 15 minutes.

      7 – to get to the cruise port from the hotel you’ll need to take the yellow metro line from Joanic, change for the green line at Passeig de Gracia, and go all the way down to Drassanes (at the Columbus statue)… from here you’ll get the shuttle to whichever dock is needed.

      I explain this process in detail in my article on cruise ship connections:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-cruise-port/

      Anyway Tim I hope you’ve found your answers here! You’re on the right path with the Barcelona City Pass… all you have to do now is convince your wife to try Spanish food! 😉

      Ash

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      • Sorry to bother you again but I got an note from the people we are renting place from and we have to go to the office to get keys and check in since we are getting the barcelona card for the sites and also travel would it be feasible to take the aerobus from airport to their office. and are they correct that the yellow metro line is right there and goes right to our apt. Hi Tim. As your arrival time is between 9am to 9pm, the office will be open. The address is Passatge Sert 1-3 (it is a little alley – and it is next to Carrer Trafalgar 42). It is next to the city centre.
        For reaching the office, you can either take a taxi or take the Aerobus and then walk 5 minutes.
        Once the checkin done, the yellow line, which is next to the office, will conduct you directly to the apartment. Thanks so much for all the help

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        • Hi Tim,

          Don’t worry about bothering, that’s what I’m here for 🙂

          Yes they are correct – the office is just a skip over on foot and it’ll only take you about 5-7 minutes. The Aerobus to the office is very doable.

          Then you’ve got the yellow line just a couple of minutes away.

          Easy peasy 🙂

          Here’s my City Pass page link again should you need the purchase links:

          https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-city-pass/

          Anything else I am here!

          Have an amazing holiday 🙂

          Ash

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  13. Hi we are going on a cruise but are staying in Barcelona the day and night before, we are staying at Hotel Oriente Atiram on Las Ramblas. Which would be the best way to get to the hotel from the airport? And how far away is the cruise terminal. We will be arriving in Barcelona in the morning and as we have never been would like to see the sights, do you have any recommendations. There is 6 adults travelling together any information would be greatly appreciated.

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    • Hi Glenys,

      From the airport (aside from taking a taxi and splitting the costs, which is highly recommended) your second best option is taking the Aerobus to Placa Catalunya and then taking the quick 5-7 minute walk down La Rambla (or getting a two minute taxi).

      The cruise port is actually right below La Rambla so it should be fairly easy, just walk down hill past the Columbus statue. Maximum 15 minutes, though with a taxi it’s only a couple minutes.

      I have outlined all the cruise port transport options etc in the dedicated article:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/barcelona-cruise-port/

      As for sights in my list of 19 things to do in Barcelona I have them listed in order of importance… take a look and pick 2-3 of them for the day, I would recommend Sagrada Familia and Park Guell as my top two.

      You’ll find my full list here:

      https://www.barcelonahacks.com/things-to-do-in-barcelona/

      Anyway, if you have any further questions I am no doubt here 🙂

      Ash

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  14. Hi Ash,

    First of all thx sooo much for this great Website !
    Further I would like to ask you for advice as We r a bit lost with all the offers.. we will arrive tomorrow at 12am in Barcelona. We are 2 adultes and a Child (6years). We will stay until the 1st of Jan and our hôtel is the hotel Market (not far from the magic fontaine). As we r with a Child and we have not so much time to see everything, we will like to visite just th Sagrada Fam and the park Güell and just have an overview of the City by bus (1day).
    So the first question is if it is realy worth for us to take the Barcelona Card and if yes do we have to pick it up or we would get it by mail? How to get to the hôtel from the Airport ? If we take the Barcelona Card than we have still to take the entrance tickets online?
    Thank you a lot in advance for your answer.
    Kindest regards from Strasbourg !
    Mag

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    • Hi Mag,

      Thank you so much for the compliments on my site 🙂

      I will try to answer your questions in an economical list form to make it easy to read.

      1) First off with all your attraction intentions it sounds to me like you’re describing the Barcelona City Pass perfectly. It includes Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, and a one day tour on the Bus Touristic.

      It is also super easy as it’s all booked online (you’ll have to wait some time to receive the discount voucher but it’s doable if you see these attractions on the 31st for example)… you won’t have to pick anything up.

      2) For the Barcelona Card (a different card) you have to pick it up at any of the locations I’ve listed in the article.

      3) For airport transport to your hotel, especially with kids, th only choice is the Aerobus because it’s got way more space, luggage storage, and even wifi. They also leave every 5 minutes.

      The link to buy is here.

      The Aerobus will take you almost all the way there! Get off at the Gran Via-Urgell stop (shown on the digital board on the bus) and you’ll have about a 400 meter walk or very short taxi.

      OK, let me know if you have any more questions! Have a great time in Barcelona 🙂

      Ash

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  15. Hi Ash,
    I will be arriving to Barcelona with my boyfriend on 12/29/17 in the afternoon and we will be staying at an Airbnb near Restaurant Antojo in Eixample. What would you recommend for transport from the airport (BCN) to the Airbnb? Thank you in advance!

    Maggie

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    • Hi Maggie,

      Thanks for writing 🙂

      If you’re arriving in Terminal 2 the cheapest (it’s included in the discount transport passes above, but you could also get a T10 and use two trips) and potentially fastest is to take the airport train to Passeig de Gracia and then either do the 15 minute walk to the place, or you can get the yellow line metro one stop to Girona and it’ll be just a couple minutes walk from there.

      If I’m arriving at Terminal 1 I’d jump right on the Aerobus to Placa Catalunya, walk the 200 meters to Urquinaona metro and take the yellow line to Girona. Or take about a 5 euro taxi. Again, this is more expensive than option one but it’ll save you at least 30 minutes.

      Hope this has been a help! 🙂

      Ash

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      • Hi Ash,

        Thank you so much for your helpful advice. This will make traveling to our Airbnb very easy.

        Happy holidays!
        Maggie

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