- Must visit
Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)
Major museum on Montjuïc with outstanding Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and Catalan modernisme collections.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Plaça de Catalunya station for Barcelona El Prat Airport on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 12 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 7 miles (12 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Barcelona El Prat Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about -1h -8m sooner (31m by bus vs 23m by car) and save roughly $-6.73 (€-5.51) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $3 (€3)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Aerobus, BlaBlaCar, Àrea Metropolitana de Barcelona.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Aerobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Aerobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Aerobus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator Aerobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:50 PM Plaça de Catalunya station | 0h20 | 6:10 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Plaça de Catalunya station | 0h20 | 7:20 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:30 AM Plaça de Catalunya station | 0h20 | 8:50 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Plaça de Catalunya station | 0h10 | 12:30 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 43 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 43 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 7 miles (12 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 7 miles (12 km) |
Average bus duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 4:00 PM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Barcelona El Prat Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barcelona El Prat Airport trip today.
Major museum on Montjuïc with outstanding Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and Catalan modernisme collections.
One of Barcelona's most visited museums, especially strong on Picasso's early works and Blue Period context.
Important hilltop museum dedicated to Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and excellent city views nearby.
Barcelona's famous central promenade, lively and historic, connecting Plaça de Catalunya with the waterfront.
Atmospheric medieval quarter with narrow lanes, hidden squares, and many of the city's historic highlights.
Elegant boulevard lined with luxury shops and major modernist architecture including Gaudí landmarks.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt; a signature Catalan staple served with many meals.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil; a classic Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
Catalonia’s traditional custard dessert with a caramelized sugar top, similar to crème brûlée but distinctly local.
Established casual tapas restaurant at the airport, known for familiar Spanish small plates and an easygoing setting.
Well-known Spanish chain specializing in jamón, bocadillos, and quick Iberian snacks, suitable for a pre-flight meal.
Established casual sandwich spot in the airport offering hot and cold bocadillos, coffee, and quick Spanish-style bites.
Airport prices are higher than in central Barcelona. Coffee and snacks are moderate, but sit-down meals cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; not expected for coffee or fast food.
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