Explore Barcelona for free with your public transport ticket

With the Barcelona City Pass, you have three convenient transportation options to travel for free between Barcelona-El Prat Airport and the city center:

Rodalies Train: The Rodalies train transfer station is located at Terminal 1. The train ride to the city center takes about 25 minutes and offers a quick connection.

Metro: You can use Metro Line L9S, available at both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. This line takes you effortlessly to the Zona Universitària terminal. From there, you can continue to Plaça Catalunya, the central square of Barcelona. A simple transfer to Line L1 towards Fondo allows you to make this journey, which takes approximately 45 minutes.

Bus: The TMB Bus Line No. 46 conveniently takes you from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to the city center (Plaça Espanya or Avenida Parallel). The bus operates between 04:50 AM in the morning and 11:50 PM at night, running every 20 minutes. Depending on traffic, it takes about 25 to 45 minutes for the journey. The bus starts at Terminal T1 of the airport and then stops at Terminals T2B and T2C.

For more information on schedules and operating hours, you can check directly with TMB or on-site. Simply choose the option that best suits your schedule and preferences, and enjoy a stress-free ride between the airport and the vibrant city center of Barcelona!

Barcelona Metro Schedules

Monday to Thursday and weekdays holidays: From 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM 

Friday and the eves of holidays: From 5:00 AM to 2:00 AM

Saturdays: Starting from 5:00 AM; continuous service throughout the night from Saturday to Sunday

Sundays: Continuous service throughout the night from Saturday to Sunday; ends at midnight on Sunday

December 24th: From 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM

The mentioned last hour is the time when the last trains depart on each metro line.

Funicular de Montjuïc Schedules

From October 30, 2023, to March 31, 2024: 
Weekdays, Monday to Friday: from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. 

From April 1, 2024, to October 27, 2024:
Weekdays, Monday to Friday: from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: From 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Please check the service notices to learn about the Funicular de Montjuïc schedules on days when FC Barcelona plays at the Estadio Olímpico Lluís Companys.

Bus Schedules in Barcelona TMB

There are many different bus lines in Barcelona. All buses operate during the day from Monday to Sunday. Some lines operate on a frequency basis, while others have fixed schedules. You can obtain detailed information about each line in the Bus Barcelona section.
Please note that bus schedules vary depending on the day of the week: weekday, Saturday, or holiday. If none of these options are displayed, the line does not operate on that day of the week (there are bus lines that do not operate on Saturdays or holidays, and others that only operate on holidays). After selecting the line and the day of the week, you will receive information about the schedule route or frequency depending on the timeframe.
On December 24th, Christmas Eve, the last TMB buses depart from their starting points at 10:00 PM. For night and regional transportation services, the Nitbus provides a night bus service in Barcelona and the first metropolitan area. All lines except N0 and N19 pass through Plaza de Catalunya, where you can transfer between them.

You can optionally book your ticket for all public transportation 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. 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.

After purchasing the City Pass, we will send you a ticket attachment, which includes a code. With this code, you can collect your public transportation ticket at any metro station (including the airport).

The validity period of your chosen ticket begins only when you use the ticket for the first time.With your public transportation ticket, you can explore Barcelona worry-free, whether it's by bus, train, metro, funicular, or tram.

Barcelona offers various public transportation options that make it convenient for you to explore the city. Here is some information about the different choices: 

Metro:
Barcelona's metro system is one of the key transportation modes in the city. It consists of multiple lines connecting different neighborhoods. The metro is fast and efficient, providing you with a convenient way to navigate the city.

FGC Suburban Trains
The FGC (Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat de Catalunya) operates suburban trains that connect Barcelona with surrounding towns and municipalities. These trains are a good option if you want to travel beyond the city limits of Barcelona.

Funicular to Montjuïc:
Montjuïc is a hill in Barcelona that offers many attractions and parks. To reach Montjuïc, you can use the funicular, a cable car that departs from the Paral·lel metro station. From there, you'll have a breathtaking view of the city and the Mediterranean Sea.

TMB Buses:
TMB (Transports Metropolitans de Barcelona) operates an extensive bus network in the city. Buses are a convenient way to reach places not covered by the metro. They connect various neighborhoods and landmarks.

Barcelona also has trams, streetcars, and other transportation options that complement the public transit network. Most of these transportation modes are well-integrated with each other, allowing you to explore the city conveniently and at no additional cost with your Barcelona City Pass.