What is the best transportation pass for Barcelona?

What is the best transportation pass for Barcelona? The travel card Hola BCN! is the perfect travel pass for travelers that are visiting Barcelona for 2, 3, 4, or 5 days. It includes unlimited access to the city's public transport and includes metro journeys between the Airport and the city center.

Is Barcelona Metro easy to use?

It is simple to navigate the metro system using the Barcelona metro map which is present on the walls of each of the metro stations. Metro maps are also present in the metro trains themselves making it simple to plot out your journey.

How much should a taxi cost from Barcelona airport to city Centre?

Taxi from Barcelona airport Taxis in Barcelona are efficient and well-organised; they're easy to see (black and yellow) and easy to find at the exit of Terminals T1 and T2. Be aware that there is no standard rate from the airport to the city centre but you can expect to pay around 30€-35€ for the 20-25 minute ride.

What is the cheapest way to get around Barcelona?

What is the cheapest way to travel in Barcelona? The most economical transport option is the metro or bus system. Walking is, of course, free, but it is not always the fastest.

Is it worth getting a travel card in Barcelona?

Whether buying the Barcelona Card is worth it depends mainly on your travel plans and need for convenience. As a rule of thumb: the Barcelona Card is a good deal if you plan on traveling by public transport and visiting various museums and attractions per day.

Are taxis in Barcelona cash only?

Barcelona Taxis Payment facilities You can pay your taxi ride with cash or credit card in any of the taxis of Barcelona. If you pay with cash, note that the taxi drivers must have €20.00 of change. It means that the taxi driver may not have change if you pay with a high value banknote.

How much is the train from airport to Barcelona?

BCN Airport belongs to zone 4 of the RENFE network and is part of zone 1 of the TMB network (bus and metro network). Thus, a one-way ticket from the airport to the city of Barcelona costs 4.60€/4.60$ for an adult passenger.

What is the difference between Hola Barcelona travel card and Barcelona Card?

The Hola Barcelona Travel Card only includes unlimited use of the Barcelona public transport. The Barcelona Card Express and the Barcelona Card include unlimited use of the Barcelona public transport, free and discount entries to top attractions and more.

Which taxi app to use in Barcelona?

Is it better to take cash to Spain or use card?

The takeaway on getting money in Spain Pay everything with your travel debit card and forget about hidden fees. Use your debit card to get most of your money after you arrive in Spain. You can get your first wad of cash from an ATM at your arrival airport.

How much is the metro from Barcelona airport to city Centre?

Barcelona Airport to City Center by Metro Its travel time is about 32 minutes and the ticket costs 5.15€/5.15$. Our Tip: Same as the train, the metro stations aren't to be found at the exact heart of the city.

How do you pay for public transport in Barcelona?

At each station of the metro and FGC, you can buy tickets either at ticket machines or ticket booths. The machines can also be operated in English. In the bus you can only buy single tickets from the driver. With the tickets bought on the bus you can change to other buses, but not to the metro.

Are taxis from Barcelona airport expensive?

The cost depends on the time of day and the distance traveled, but an average ride from the airport to the city center runs anywhere from €30 - €35.

Is it best to take euros or bank card to Spain?

The best way to get local currency (Euros) is to use a debit card, able to access the Visa, Mastercard, Cirrus or Maestro networks, in an ATM (Interac cannot be used). Usually, the bank rate will be given for exchange rather than the local tourist rate.

What metro ticket to buy for Barcelona to the airport?

Getting to and from Barcelona Airport Rather than buying one of the ticket options mentioned above, you will instead need to purchase a special ticket for the L9 metro line. This will take you directly to both of the airport's terminals, and will cost €4.60 for a one-way ticket.

What sort of debit card should I use if Travelling to Spain?

You could opt for a low cost travel debit card which comes with a linked account to hold a selection of currencies - like the Wise debit card. Or you might prefer a prepaid travel money card like the Bluebird American Express debit card which can be linked to a fee free account.

How to buy a public transport ticket in Barcelona?

You can buy tickets to travel by TMB bus routes at the vending machines at the bus network stops, at the subway vending machines and at TMB Tickets and TMB App (digital purchase sfor T-mobilitat or tickets to collect at vending machines).