There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) by train, bus, taxi, car, shuttle or towncar
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Aeroport
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Pl. Espanya to Barcelona Airport - Terminal 2 B
4 alternative options
Taxi
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Take a taxi from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Drive
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Drive from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Shuttle
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Take a shuttle bus from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport
Towncar
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Take a town car from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport
Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) is to drive which costs €1 - €3 and takes 14 min.
The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs €28 - €35.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pl. Espanya and arriving at Barcelona Airport - Terminal 2 B. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Aeroport. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.
The distance between Barcelona and Barcelona Airport (BCN) is 12 km. The road distance is 15.6 km.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €8.
The train from Barcelona-Sants to Aeroport takes 17 min including transfers and departs three times a day.
Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) bus services, operated by Aerobus Barcelona, depart from Pl. Espanya station.
Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
The best way to get from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) is to train which takes 17 min and costs €5 - €8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €2 - €6 and takes 20 min.

- Distance: 12.3 km
- Duration: 17 min
What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Barcelona Airport (BCN), Spain?
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Aeroport 3 times a day. Tickets cost €5 - €8 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Aerobus Barcelona operates a bus from Pl. Espanya to Barcelona Airport - Terminal 2 B every 10 minutes. Tickets cost €6 and the journey takes 20 min. Two other operators also service this route.

Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Aeroport
- Ave. Duration
- 17 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €5 - €8
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros

- Phone
- +34 902 100 104
- info@sgmt.cat
- Website
- aerobusbarcelona.es
Bus from Pl. Espanya to Barcelona Airport - Terminal 2 B
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Estimated price
- €6
- Website
- Aerobus Barcelona

- Phone
- +34 932 98 70 00
- tmb@tmb.cat
- Website
- tmb.cat
Bus from Pl Espanya - FGC to Aeroport - Terminal T2-A B
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €3
- Website
- Tmb

One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Barcelona to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 30 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €4 - €6
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Estimated price
- €28 - €35
Taxi Class
- Phone
- +34 933 07 07 07
- Website
- taxiclassrent.com
Taxi Barcelona 24 Horas
- Phone
- +34 935 16 00 27
- Website
- taxi24bcn.com
Radio Taxi Barcelona
- Phone
- +34 933 77 77 77
- Website
- radiotaxibarcelona.es
Radio taxi 033
- Phone
- +34 933 03 30 33
- Website
- radiotaxi033.com
IMET
- Phone
- +34 932 23 51 51
- Website
- taxi.amb.cat
CavaTaxi
- Phone
- +34 931 17 20 26
- Website
- cavataxi.com
Baixtaxi
- Phone
- +34 934 71 00 00
- Website
- baixtaxi.com

- Ave. Duration
- 14 min
- Frequency
- On demand
Shuttle from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport
- Estimated price
- €14 - €16
Towncar from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
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Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) bus services, operated by Aerobus Barcelona, arrive at Barcelona Airport - Terminal 2 B station.
Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Aeroport station.
Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN) is 16 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Barcelona to Barcelona Airport (BCN).
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