If you are wondering how to get to Barcelona Airport by public transport, officially called Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, this article might interest you! Barcelona and its metropolitan area are one of those destinations that you cannot miss: modernist architecture, charming rooftops, good atmosphere, gastronomy and activities for all tastes. In addition, you can find very interesting museums and a wide variety of cultural activities.
The airport is located in the city of El Prat de Llobregat, within the metropolitan area of Barcelona and only about 10 km from the city of Barcelona. Therefore, before starting your trip, it is important to know what public transport options are available to you to get there comfortably and quickly.
On this map you can see exactly where Josep Tarradellas Barcelona – El Prat Airport is located!
Arriving by Train
To get to Barcelona Airport with the Barcelona Rodalies trains, you will have to take the R2 Nord line. This line passes through very important stops in Barcelona, such as Passeig de Gràcia, Sants Station, França Station, etc. This commuter line has a frequency of 30 minutes, so there are many throughout the day!
It should be noted that the Aeroport stop on this commuter train line will drop you off at Terminal 2 – which is the oldest terminal -. However, there is no way to get lost if you have to go to Terminal 1: you will find a very well-signposted walkway.
Arriving by Metro
A new metro connection between the airport and the city of Barcelona has recently been opened, making getting around much easier! In 2016, the L9 Sud metro line was inaugurated, which runs through much of Barcelona, Hospitalet de Llobregat and El Prat de Llobregat, and also reaches Barcelona Airport. It also has two different stops within the airport, one in Terminal 1 and one in Terminal 2.
Tip: From the Alberg Centre Esplai it is even easier to get there by metro, it is only 3 stops, Parc Nou – Mas Blau – Airport T2 / AT1!
Arriving by Bus
On the one hand, you can choose to take the Barcelona Aerobús, a bus that takes you to the Prat Airport from Plaça Catalunya, passing through Plaça Universitat and Plaça Espanya. It is a very simple option! It is important, however, that you select the bus ticket on its own website to reserve your seat.
On the other hand, you can also go to the airport with bus line 46, which is part of the Barcelona Metropolitan Transport Network. This line starts at Plaça Espanya, but has more stops than the Aerobús that we mentioned previously: it has stops at Gran Via, Plaça Europa and the Bellvitge Hospital, among others.
Did you know that right next to Barcelona Airport there is a viewpoint where you can watch the planes pass overhead? It’s impressive! If you have a little time before leaving Barcelona or upon arrival, you can’t miss it!