TMB Barcelona Airport Bus Transfer: Bus From City Centre To Airport in Barcelona
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| The No. 46 TMB Airport Bus |
However, the cost of the journey on the TMB bus is considerably cheaper than the Aerobus from T2 and T1.
Single fare TMB bus ticket: €2.20
Single fare Aerobus ticket: €5.90
Alternatively you could buy the Barcelona Transport Card mentioned below which you can use on the TMB airport bus. It will also cover you for most of your city centre transport costs during your visit.
Another advantage of taking the TMB bus to transfer to the city centre is that you can use the T10 travel card on this bus service - unlike the Aerobus service where you cannot use the T10. See our detailed information page on T10 Travel Card to find out more about this card.
Barcelona Card
The Barcelona Card will give you unlimited travel on the Barcelona Metro, FGC, TMB buses, the main tram and the RENFE train to and from Barcelona Airport (El Prat de Llobregat). You can also use it on the TMB bus from Barcelona centre to Barcelona Airport however it cannot be used on the Aerobus (the express bus service to the airport).
The Number 46 Bus runs to and from Plaça Espanya.
This page covers the routes, bus stops, prices, journey times and information regarding the number 46 Bus.
Number 46 Day Bus from Barcelona Airport to Barcelona City Centre
Where to Catch the bus
Location of Bus Stop At Plaça Espanya For TMB Number 46 Airport Bus:
If you are travelling to or from Barcelona City Centre you will need to either get on or off at Plaça Espanya. If you reach Plaça Espanya from Avenida Paral.lel the bus stop is the first on the right on reaching the large square. The same bus arrives first at T2 and then continues on to T1.
Metro: Espanya (Red Line, L1) and (Green Line, L3)
Location Of Bus Stop At Barcelona Airport
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| Plaça Espanya |
The bus stops, firstly, outside T2A at a bus stop just to the left of the Aerobus stop when facing the airport. It then stops at a larger bus stop outside T2C. from here it continues the further 4km, stopping lastly outside T1.
TMB No 46 Airport Bus Route
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| The Bus Stop Outside T2C |
TMB No. 46 Bus Stops From Barcelona Airport:
- Airport, T1
- Airport, T2B
- Airport, T2C
- Autovia Castelldefels
- Avenida Granvia
- Hospital Oncologíc
- Ciencies
- Centre Commercial - Gran Via 2
- Centra del Prat
- Granvia
- Plaça Espanya
- Avenida Paral.lel
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| The No. 46 Stop at Plaça Espanya |
TMB No. 46 Bus Stops From Plaça Espanya:
- Plaça Espanya
- Gran Via
- Plaza Ildefons Cerdá
- Avenida Granvia
- Hospital Bellvitge
- Autovia Castelldefels
- Terminal T2B
- Airport, T1
Although it seems as though there are a lot of stops, the TMB bus driver will only stop if the bell is rung for the stop. You will find that the many of those travelling on the TMB bus will be getting off at Plaça Espanya. However, if you are nervous that you are going to miss your stop, simply ask the driver to give you a shout when you arrive at the destination that you need.
Operating Times
Bus number 46 from Plaça Espanya
Operating hours: 04:50 - 23:50
Bus number 46 from Barcelona Airport
Operating hours: 04:50 - 23:50
Frequency: 38 Minutes
Bus Fare
Single Journey: €2.20
T10: €10.20
The T10 is valid for ten journeys on Barcelona buses and metro. The T10 is not available to purchase on the bus however at the airport you can buy them either at the airport tobacco shops or at the entrance to the RENFE train station at the airport. In Barcelona city centre they can also be bought at Metro stops.
Journey Time
The journey time for the TMB airport bus will depend on traffic, so you should allow for approximately 40 minutes for T2 and 55 minutes for T1. However, on a good day the bus can take around 25 minutes to T2 and 35 minutes to T1.
Disabled Access to the bus
All TMB Buses are fully accessible to wheelchair and scooter users. There is a ramp onto the bus and allocated space on the bus for wheelchairs and scooters.
Luggage Space
TMB airport buses only provide the same space as with other city centre buses. There is no overhead or luggage compartment space. This may cause difficulties if you are travelling with more than just hand luggage.
If you are travelling during the crossover period between the running times of the TMB Airport Day Bus Number 46 and the N17 or N16 Night Buses, it is important to remember that the Number 46 TMB airport bus does not travel to Plaça Catalunya. Therefore, if you are not sure which bus you will be catching it is a safer option to head straight to the stop at Plaça Espanya.
If you are willing to take a longer and less regular bus service the TMB buses are one of the cheapest ways to travel to Barcelona Airport. Be sure to take care that you leave with enough time for possible road delays and your transfer to the airport with the TMB bus should be fine.
Other transport options from the city centre to Barcelona Airport
We have provided some links below with two other transport options to consider for transport between the city centre and Barcelona Airport.
How to book your transport from Barcelona Airport to your hotel
How to book a minibus that goes from the airport to your hotel
How to book a car and driver to pick you up from the airport.