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Travel between Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport and Barcelona city center in about 35 minutes on the official Aerobús shuttle, with direct links to Plaça Catalunya and other central stops.
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Catch a bus at any time of day or night, with Aerobús services running 24 hours a day and departures every 5–20 minutes from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
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Board modern, air-conditioned coaches with free Wi-Fi, USB charging points at your seat, and spacious luggage racks that keep your bags secure and within reach.
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Choose the stop that fits your plans best, including Plaça Catalunya, Plaça Espanya, Gran Via - Borrell, Plaça Universitat, and Sepúlveda - Urgell, and connect easily to metro, bus, or taxi.
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Select one-way or round-trip tickets and use either the A1 or A2 Aerobús line, depending on whether your flight arrives or departs from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.
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One-way or round-trip bus transfer between Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (T1/T2) and Barcelona city center (Plaça Catalunya, Plaça Espanya, Gran Via - Borrell, Plaça Universitat)
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Air-conditioned coach
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Free Wi-Fi onboard
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USB charging points at seats
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Ample luggage storage racks and reserved baggage space
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Interior video surveillance system for onboard security
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Access to both Aerobús lines A1 (Terminal 1) and A2 (Terminal 2)
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Food and beverages
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Seat reservations or assigned seating
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Hop on the Aerobús right outside Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 and ride directly into Barcelona on a dedicated airport shuttle service. Coaches usually take about 35 minutes to reach the city, and run day and night every 5–20 minutes, so you can board soon after you land or before you fly out. Settle into air-conditioned seating, connect to the free Wi-Fi, charge your devices with onboard USB ports, and store your suitcases in the luggage racks for a clear, comfortable ride.
Once in the city, you can get off at Plaça Espanya, Gran Via - Borrell, Plaça Universitat, or Plaça Catalunya, all central locations with easy access to metro lines, city buses, and taxis. When it is time to return to the airport, simply board the Aerobús from the same central corridor, using your one-way or round-trip ticket, and choose the bus that matches your flight’s terminal.
Schedule
From Barcelona Airport (T1/T2) to Barcelona city center (Plaça Catalunya)
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Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Frequency: every 5–20 minutes depending on time of day
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Approximate journey time: about 35 minutes
From Barcelona city center (Plaça Catalunya) to Barcelona Airport (T1/T2)
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Operating hours: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
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Frequency: every 5–20 minutes depending on time of day
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Approximate journey time: about 35 minutes
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Accessibility
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Coaches are wheelchair and stroller accessible, with space reserved for passengers with reduced mobility.
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Guide dogs and small pets are allowed onboard when carried in an appropriate pet carrier, according to Aerobús policies.
Additional information
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Aerobús serves both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; look for lines A1 (T1) and A2 (T2) at the airport and at Plaça Catalunya.
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Main city stops include Plaça Catalunya, Plaça Espanya, Gran Via - Borrell, Plaça Universitat, and Sepúlveda - Urgell, so you can choose the stop closest to your hotel.
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Typical journey time is 25–35 minutes, depending on traffic around central Barcelona.
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Buses run continuously through the day and night, with departures every 5–20 minutes, so there is usually another bus shortly after you arrive at the stop.
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Tickets are scanned digitally before boarding; keep your QR code or printed voucher ready at the bus stop.
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If you book a round-trip ticket, keep the validated ticket from your first journey and present it again when boarding the return bus.
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You will receive an email confirmation with your mobile voucher shortly
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You may display it at the boarding point with a valid photo ID to the driver
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If you choose the Round Trip option, please save the redeemed ticket received at the beginning of your journey and show the same before embarking on your return trip
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