Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is the city's main airport, located about 15 km from the center. It has direct flights from major European cities.

How to reach the center from the airport

• Aerobus — Direct shuttle to Plaça Catalunya, every 5–10 minutes. Duration: ~35 min. Cost: €7.75.
• Metro L9 Sud — Connects Terminals T1 and T2 to the metro network. Special airport ticket: €5.15.
• RENFE Train — From Terminal T2, R2 Nord trains to Passeig de Gràcia and Sants. ~25 min, €4.60.
• Taxi — Fixed fare of €39 to the city center. ~25-40 min ride.
• Private Transfer — Bookable online transfer services with driver waiting.

Metro

8 lines running from 5:00 AM to midnight (Fridays until 2:00 AM, Saturdays non-stop). Single ticket: €2.40. T-Casual (10 trips): €11.35.

Bus

Extensive TMB network with over 100 lines. NitBus covers nighttime hours. Same ticket as metro.

Tram

Two tram lines (Trambaix and Trambesòs) connecting suburban areas. Integrated into the TMB fare system.

Bicing

Bike-sharing system with stations across the city. Annual subscription €50. Ideal for short trips.

Taxi

Yellow and black taxis available 24h. Regulated fares with meter. Surcharges for airport and luggage.

Port

Barcelona port is a cruise stop and connects to the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca) by ferry.

Barcelona Sants Station is the city's main railway hub. AVE high-speed trains connect Barcelona with Madrid (~2h 30min), Seville, Valencia and Zaragoza.

From France, the TGV connects Paris to Barcelona in about 6h 30min with stops at Perpignan, Narbonne and Montpellier.

Passeig de Gràcia Station in the heart of the Eixample is the most convenient stop for the tourist center.