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Public transport Barcelona: Discover the whole city!

The local transport ticket including airport transfer for Barcelona can be booked as an option. This includes bus, train & metro and trains throughout the city.

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Including airport transfer from and to El Prat airport
You can use the metro network and all TMB (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona) buses as well as the FGC tram network and the Rodalies trains within Zone 1.
With the local transport ticket, you can use all of the public transport listed below for an unlimited period within the validity period.      

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Public transport in Barcelona

Barcelona offers a variety of public transport options to help you explore the city in comfort. Here is some information about the different options:

Metro: The Barcelona Metro is one of the most important means of transport in the city. It consists of several lines that connect the different parts of the city. The metro is fast and efficient and offers you a convenient way to get around the city.

FGC commuter trains: The FGC (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya) operates commuter trains that connect Barcelona with the surrounding cities and towns. These trains are a good option if you want to cross the city limits of Barcelona.

Funicular to Montjuïc: Montjuïc is a hill in Barcelona that offers many sights and parks. To get to Montjuïc, you can take the Funicular, a funicular railway that runs from Paral-lel metro station. From there you have a breathtaking view of the city and the Mediterranean.

TMB buses: TMB (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona) operates an extensive bus network in the city. The buses are a practical way to get to places not covered by the metro. They connect different neighbourhoods and places of interest.

Barcelona also has trams and other means of transport that complement the public transport network. Most of these modes of transport are well connected and allow you to explore the city comfortably and at no extra cost.

Free airport transfer

With the local transport ticket, you can travel between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and the city center free of charge. There are three convenient transport options to choose from:

Rodalies train: From Terminal 2, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes.

Metro: The L9S line connects both terminals to the Zona Universitària terminus. From there, the journey continues to Plaça Catalunya on line L1, taking around 45 minutes in total.

Bus: Bus line 46 runs every 20 minutes between 04:50 and 23:50 from Terminal T1 to Plaça Espanya and Avenida Parallel, with a journey time of around 25 to 45 minutes. Choose the option that best suits your schedule and enjoy a stress-free journey.  

Visitor Information

You can optionally book your ticket for all public transport in the Barcelona City Pass. The ticket is available for 1 to 5 days. But don't worry, even if you buy a City Pass for 6 or 7 days, we give you the option of adding the public transport ticket for 5 days.
The Barcelona Flex Pass also includes public transport in Barcelona. Book a 72-hour ticket and enjoy unlimited access to Barcelona's metro, buses, and trams for three full days.
Your ticket will only be activated the first time you use public transport. For example, you can use the hop-on hop-off bus on the first day and only activate your local transport ticket from the second or third day.
Accessibility: Most metro stations in Barcelona are barrier-free and have lifts and escalators to facilitate access for people with reduced mobility.
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