Transportation in Barcelona
- Metro (subway): The metro is one of the most common ways to get around Barcelona, with lines covering most of the city.
- Buses: With an extensive network covering the whole city, buses offer a convenient alternative to the metro.
- Streetcar (streetcar): There are two streetcar networks in Barcelona, Tram Baix and Tram Besòs, which mainly serve certain areas outside the city center.
- FGC trains (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya): These regional trains connect Barcelona with other cities in Catalonia and are ideal for day trips outside the city.
- Night buses (NitBus): These buses run throughout the night and are a good option for night owls and early risers.
- Cable cars and funiculars: These offer a scenic way to reach some of the hilly parts of the city, offering breathtaking views.
- Sightseeing buses: These buses are specially designed for tourists and follow a route that covers the city's main attractions.
- Rodalies de Catalunya: These are local trains that connect Barcelona with the surrounding region.
Transfer from the airport to the center of Barcelona
Barcelona has a large international airport. There are also two smaller airports near Barcelona, which are mainly used by low-cost airlines and for regional flights.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
This is Barcelona's main airport and the second largest airport in Spain. It is located approx. 12 km southwest of the city center. There are several ways to get to the airport from the city center:
- Aerobus: This shuttle bus runs every 5 to 10 minutes from Plaça Catalunya directly to the airport.
- Metro: The metro line L9 Sud goes directly to the airport. However, you may need to change trains to get to your final stop.
- Train: The Renfe R2 Nord train runs directly from Barcelona Sants station to the airport.
- Cab: Taxis are available around the clock and go directly to the airport.
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
This airport is located approx. 90 km northeast of Barcelona. There are bus connections from Barcelona to Girona Airport, which are usually coordinated with the flight times.
Reus Airport (REU)
This airport is located approx. 106 km southwest of Barcelona. There are bus connections from Barcelona Sants train station to Reus airport.
