Barcelona El Prat (BCN) Airport Taxi Transfer

AirportTransfer.com offers group bus transfers from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to hotels, resorts, and event venues across the city and surrounding areas. AT buses provide wide seats, strong air conditioning, and large luggage compartments for a comfortable trip for every passenger.

AT Barcelona coach transfer service covers popular areas such as the Gothic Quarter, Eixample, Barceloneta, Sagrada Família, Montjuïc, Poblenou, Gràcia, and Diagonal Mar, as well as nearby coastal towns like Sitges, Castelldefels, and Badalona. Each journey follows a planned route, keeping the group together and on time.

AirportTransfer.com offers fixed prices with no hidden costs. Every booking includes a clean vehicle, an experienced driver, and reliable pickup from the airport. The fleet includes standard and executive buses, making it ideal for both leisure and corporate groups.

Barcelona Cruise Port is one of the largest and busiest ports in Europe. It operates year-round with several modern terminals serving thousands of passengers daily. Most Western Mediterranean cruises begin or end here, and many long-distance voyages also include Barcelona as a key stop.

AirportTransfer.com provides reliable private transfers between the cruise port, your hotel, or the airport. Every ride is pre-booked, and local drivers arrive on time to take you directly to your destination—no taxi queues or crowded public transport.

Booking your Barcelona Cruise Port transfer on AirportTransfer.com is fast and straightforward. Secure your payment in advance and travel with complete peace of mind.

Main Cruise Routes Connected to Barcelona Cruise Port

Western Mediterranean: Major coastal cities in Italy (Civitavecchia/Rome, Livorno/Florence, Naples) and France (Marseille, Villefranche-sur-Mer).

Iberian Peninsula: Ports in Spain (Valencia, Palma de Mallorca) and Portugal (Lisbon).

Northern Europe: Departures from ports in the United Kingdom (Southampton), Germany (Hamburg), and other Northern European countries.

Transatlantic Cruises: Voyages from the Caribbean (Barbados) and the United States (Fort Lauderdale, New York).

• The port is located about 5 km from the city center and 15 km from Barcelona El Prat Airport.

Barcelona is a coastal city known for its mix of Gothic, Catalan, and modernist styles. The city offers a wide range of stays—from luxury seaside resorts to boutique hotels in historic districts and budget-friendly rooms near key attractions.

Booking a Barcelona hotel transfer helps travelers reach their accommodation without stress after a long flight. It removes the need to wait for public buses or negotiate fares with taxi drivers. A private Barcelona airport shuttle service offers direct transport from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to your hotel with a professional driver, comfortable vehicle, and fixed pricing.

Top hotels connected by private transfers include W Barcelona, Majestic Hotel & Spa, Mandarin Oriental Barcelona, Hotel Arts Barcelona, The One Barcelona, NH Collection Gran Hotel Calderón, Hotel 1898, and H10 Metropolitan.

Journey Time: The Aerobus connects Barcelona El Prat Airport with the city center in about 35 minutes. Two lines operate — A1 departs from Terminal 1, and A2 leaves from Terminal 2. Both lines end at Plaça de Catalunya, the main square in central Barcelona.

Key Point: The Aerobus runs 24 hours a day, making it one of the most reliable transport options from the airport. During the day, Line A1 buses leave every 5–10 minutes, and at night they run every 20 minutes from 01:05 to 05:35. Line A2 buses operate every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes between 23:00 and 05:35.

Travel Cards: You can buy a Hola Barcelona travel card, which includes a return ticket for the Aerobus. Cards are valid for 48, 72, 96, or 120 hours, with prices starting from €26.80.

A one-way Aerobus ticket from Barcelona Airport to City Center costs €7.25. Tickets are available from vending machines, the driver, or online before you arrive.

• The Aerobus is very popular, especially in the summer months, so finding a seat can be difficult during peak travel times. If you are traveling with large luggage or in a group, it may be better to arrive early for boarding.

Journey Time: The metro connects Barcelona El Prat Airport with the city through the Orange L9 Sud Line (L9S). The line stops at both airport terminals and reaches the city in about 30 minutes. The last stop, Zona Universitària, is the closest to the central area of Barcelona.

Key Point: The L9S line does not go directly to popular central stops like Plaça de Catalunya, Estació Sants, or Plaça Espanya. Travelers who need to reach these areas can change to other lines. From Torrassa, switch to the red line (L1) for Plaça de Catalunya. From Collblanc, transfer to the blue line (L5) toward Vall d’Hebron. From Zona Universitària, take the green line (L3) for more city-center stations.

Metro Hours: The Barcelona Metro runs from 05:00 to 00:00. On Fridays, it operates until 02:00, and on Saturdays, it runs 24 hours. Trains usually arrive every 7 minutes.

A one-way metro ticket from Barcelona Airport to City Center costs €5.70. Tickets are available from vending machines at both terminals.

• If your hotel is in the heart of Barcelona, you might need to change lines once or twice to reach your stop. The metro can be less convenient if you carry heavy luggage or travel during rush hours.

Journey Time: The Rodalies R2 Nord Line connects Barcelona El Prat Airport directly with the city. The train ride takes about 20 minutes to reach Barcelona-Sants Station, one of the main transport hubs in the city. Along the way, it stops at El Prat de Llobregat and Bellvitge.

Key Point: Only the R2 Nord Line serves the airport station. This makes the train a simple and direct choice for travelers heading to the center. Trains run from 05:42 to 23:38, with an average wait time of 30 minutes between departures.

The R2 line continues beyond Sants to other key stations such as Passeig de Gràcia and El Clot-Aragó.

A one-way ticket from Barcelona Airport to City Center costs €4.90. Tickets are available from vending machines at the airport train station, located near Terminal 2.

• The airport station connects to Terminal 2 by a covered walkway. Travelers arriving at Terminal 1 can take a free shuttle bus to Terminal 2 to catch the train. Trains often get crowded during rush hours (08:00–09:30 and 19:00–21:00) and the summer season (July–September), so travel times may vary slightly during those periods.

Journey Time: The taxi ride from Barcelona El Prat Airport to the city center takes around 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

Key Point: Official taxis wait outside the arrivals areas at both terminals. The minimum fare from the airport is €20, and there is an extra airport surcharge of €4.50. This means travelers staying near the airport may pay more than expected for short trips.

During busy hours, summer months (July–September), or public holidays, taxi queues can become long, and finding a free vehicle may take some time.

A taxi from Barcelona Airport to the city center costs about €135, including the standard airport surcharge.

• Travelers arriving at late hours or with multiple suitcases should expect a small extra charge.