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Aerobus Tickets: Barcelona Airport to/from Plaça Catalunya

Couple boarding Aerobus in Barcelona city center for airport transfer.
Aerobus at Barcelona city center, offering one-way tickets to/from airport.
Barcelona Aerobus interior with passengers seated and digital screens displaying route information.
People chatting inside Aerobus traveling to Barcelona city center.

Duration

34 min - 38 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Transfers available

4.6/5(4,039)

Andrea D

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The bus location was easy to find. A bus had just finished loading so we had to wait for the next bus. It only took minutes. The bus itself is a typical municiple transit bus with plenty of luggage storage. It was a pleasant ride into the city centre with several drop off points along the way. I would recommend the Aerobus as a convenient and economical way to get to town from the airport.

Juan M

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The service works perfectly well. The bus arrives right on time, and if you can’t get on because it’s full, the wait for the next one is minimal. The ride is very comfortable, the staff is very friendly, and the bus is very comfortable and spotlessly clean. I think it’s an excellent way to get around Barcelona.

Kevin S

Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I'm glad my family and I chose Aerobus to take us from the airport to Barcelona city center. The signage at the airport leading us to the bus's location was easy to spot, the wait was very short between buses, the bus was clean, and the price was good. Would definitely recommend.

Deborah M

Solo
Verified booking
Last week
What a fabulous service. Frequent buses/leaving from just outside the airport Terminal. Plenty of luggage storage. Comfortable seats. A speedy delivery to Placa Catalunya. All for a great price. Signage to direct passengers to the buses outside Terminal 1 could be improved.

Hans Z

Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
A smooth and hassle-free, convenient and quick ride from the airport to the city center. The only issue was that the last section of the signposted route was closed at the airport, and no detour was indicated. However, by asking around, we were able to reach the departure point.

James B

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We weren't sure until the last minute how we would approach downtown Barcelona from the airport. We heard the aerobic was a good option . And it indeed was given we had significant luggage . If you have a lot of luggage I'd recommend this comfortable service
    • Travel between Barcelona Airport Terminals 1 and 2 and Plaça Catalunya in about 35 minutes on a dedicated airport shuttle.

    • Buses run 24/7 with departures every 5 to 20 minutes, so you can match your transfer easily to early departures or late arrivals.

    • Ride in air-conditioned coaches with free Wi-Fi, USB charging points, and generous space for suitcases and cabin bags.

    • Use a single ticket from either airport terminal and benefit from free travel for children under 4, plus easy access for wheelchairs and strollers.

    • Arrive at Plaça Catalunya with intermediate stops at Plaça Espanya, Gran Via–Borrell, and Plaça Universitat, all well connected to metro, bus, and taxi options.

    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    • Food and beverages

    • Seat reservation

    • Onboard toilets

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 4,039 reviews

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    Guests from Italy, United Kingdom, France and over 71 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Andrea D

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The bus location was easy to find. A bus had just finished loading so we had to wait for the next bus. It only took minutes. The bus itself is a typical municiple transit bus with plenty of luggage storage. It was a pleasant ride into the city centre with several drop off points along the way. I would recommend the Aerobus as a convenient and economical way to get to town from the airport.

    Vesna G

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    The bus takes you to and from the airport quickly and easily to Place Catalunya, which is the very heart of Barcelona. If you want to go further, you will have to use public transport, but you will find it there for all directions. The bus was not too crowded, the only thing that would be good is if there was more space to accommodate larger suitcases.

    Juan M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    The service works perfectly well. The bus arrives right on time, and if you can’t get on because it’s full, the wait for the next one is minimal. The ride is very comfortable, the staff is very friendly, and the bus is very comfortable and spotlessly clean. I think it’s an excellent way to get around Barcelona.

    Kevin S

    Group
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    I'm glad my family and I chose Aerobus to take us from the airport to Barcelona city center. The signage at the airport leading us to the bus's location was easy to spot, the wait was very short between buses, the bus was clean, and the price was good. Would definitely recommend.

    Deborah M

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Last week
    What a fabulous service. Frequent buses/leaving from just outside the airport Terminal. Plenty of luggage storage. Comfortable seats. A speedy delivery to Placa Catalunya. All for a great price. Signage to direct passengers to the buses outside Terminal 1 could be improved.
  • Your experience

  • Your experience

    Board the Aerobus directly outside Terminals 1 or 2 at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport and ride straight toward the city. Services run around the clock, with departures every few minutes, and the journey to Plaça Catalunya usually takes about 35 minutes. Settle into air-conditioned seating, connect to the free Wi-Fi, and charge your devices using the onboard USB points while your luggage rests in dedicated storage areas.

    On the way to or from the airport, the bus stops at key city points such as Plaça Espanya, Gran Via–Borrell, and Plaça Universitat before reaching Plaça Catalunya in the heart of Barcelona. From there, you can continue your journey easily by metro, bus, or taxi to your hotel or neighborhood. The flexible validity of your ticket gives you room to adjust plans without worrying about fixed departure times.

    Schedule

    Barcelona Airport (T1) to Plaça Catalunya

    • Operating hours: 24/7

    • Frequency: Every 5 to 20 minutes

    Plaça Catalunya to Barcelona Airport (T1)

    • Operating hours: 24/7

    • Frequency: Every 5 to 20 minutes

    Barcelona Airport (T2) to Plaça Catalunya

    • Operating hours: 24/7

    • Frequency: Every 10 to 20 minutes

    Plaça Catalunya to Barcelona Airport (T2)

    • Operating hours: 24/7

    • Frequency: Every 10 to 20 minutes

    Please click here for a detailed route map, timetable, and its boarding points.

  • Accessibility

    • Your single ticket will work at both Terminal 1 & 2.

    • All buses are wheelchair-accessible.

    • Aerobus operates 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year.

    Additional information

    • Tickets are valid for 90 days from the date of purchase.

    • Children under 4 years old travel for free.

    • You will not be permitted to eat during the journey.

    • Small pets are allowed on-board in carriers. Only one animal per ticket is allowed.

    • Guide dogs are welcome on-board.

    • Transporting objects such as bicycles, surfboards, skis, etc. will depend on the space available on the bus.

    • There are no toilets on the bus.

    • Your tickets will be emailed to you instantly.

    • These e-tickets can simply be downloaded on your phone as a PDF.

    • Skip the queues at the ticket machine and breeze straight through the gates by scanning your ticket on your phone.

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