🚕 Transport 5 min read Updated 23 March 2026
How to get from Barcelona airport to city center
Discover all transport options from the airport: taxi, bus, metro, and train. We compare prices and times.
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Transport options from Barcelona Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is located about 15 km from the city center. There are several options to reach downtown:
🚕 Taxi (The most comfortable option)
- Price:
- €39-45 (fixed fare to center)
- Time:
- 25-40 minutes
- Advantages:
- Door-to-door service
- No transfers
- Ideal with luggage
- Available 24/7
- Time:
- 35 minutes to Plaza Catalunya
- Frequency:
- Every 5-10 minutes
- Hours:
- 5:35 AM - 1:00 AM (T1) / 5:35 AM - 1:00 AM (T2)
🚇 Metro (L9 Sud)
- Price:
- €5.15 (airport ticket)
- Time:
- 30-45 minutes
- Hours:
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM
🚆 RENFE Train (Cercanías)
- Price:
- €4.60
- Time:
- 25 minutes to Passeig de Gràcia
- Only from:
- Terminal T2
Quick comparison
| Option | Price | Time | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi | €39-45 | 25-40 min | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Aerobús | €7.75 | 35 min | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Metro | €5.15 | 30-45 min | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Train | €4.60 | 25 min | ⭐⭐⭐ |
Which one to choose?
- With lots of luggage or kids: Taxi
- Late night arrival: Taxi or NitBus
- Tight budget: Metro or train
- Group (3-4 people): Taxi (similar price per person to Aerobús)
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