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Barcelona Public Transport Guide for Tourists

Catalonia's Cosmopolitan Capital. Plan metro, train and bus journeys with offline maps, ticket advice and live departures when connected.

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6Transit Lines
26Key Stations
23Accessible Stops
6Metro/Subway Lines

About Getting Around Barcelona

Barcelona combines the iconic architecture of Gaudí with a fast, affordable Metro. Lines L2 and L3 connect the waterfront, the Gothic Quarter, and Sagrada Família without needing to change trains.

Top tourist tip: The T-Casual 10-trip card is the best value for short stays and works on Metro, tram and bus.

Best pass for tourists: Hola Barcelona Travel Card

Transit Lines in Barcelona

Barcelona has 6 public transit lines, including 6 metro/subway lines. CityNav provides downloaded route and station information for offline planning, with live service updates available when connected.

L1L2L3L4L5L9 Sud

Key Stations in Barcelona

Plaça Catalunya
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Passeig de Gràcia
3 lines · Accessible ♿
Sagrada Família
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Sants Estació
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Diagonal
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Espanya
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Universitat
2 lines · Accessible ♿
Drassanes (Las Ramblas end)
1 line · Accessible ♿

+ 18 more stations supported in CityNav

Top Tourist Landmarks in Barcelona

Sagrada Família visitor guide →
Park Güell
La Rambla
Casa Batlló
Use CityNav's AR walking navigation to get step-by-step directions to any of these landmarks from your current location.

Transit Authorities in Barcelona

TMB (TMB) Official site →
FGC (FGC) Official site →

Train, Bus & Metro Times in Barcelona

Barcelona has 6 transit lines covering trains, buses and metro routes across the city. CityNav shows real-time departure times at every station when connected, while downloaded timetables keep core planning available offline.

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Metro & Subway

6 lines — tap any station in CityNav for real-time arrivals

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Buses

Bus routes across Barcelona — plan your journey before you board

Check live times in Barcelona →

Where to Visit in Barcelona

From iconic landmarks to hidden local gems, Barcelona has something for every type of traveller. CityNav gives you AR walking directions and step-by-step transit routes to any attraction — no map-reading required.

Sagrada Família

Stations, routes and visitor advice

Park Güell

AR walking directions via CityNav

La Rambla

AR walking directions via CityNav

Casa Batlló

AR walking directions via CityNav

💡 Open CityNav's AR camera mode to see walking arrows to any landmark from your exact position — works even without a data signal.

Choosing a navigation app for sightseeing? Read our transparent CityNav vs Google Maps comparison, including the features each app does better.

Read the best places to visit in Barcelona →

Navigate Barcelona with CityNav

Get real-time turn-by-turn directions, AR walking navigation, offline transit maps and SOS emergency alerts — all designed for tourists exploring Barcelona.

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Read the Barcelona Metro guide

Continue with CityNav's detailed Barcelona Metro guide, including tickets, stations, airport connections and practical advice for first-time visitors.

Open the Barcelona Metro guide →

🛟 Barcelona Safety Centre

Emergency numbers, hospital info, common tourist scams and key local phrases for Barcelona — core safety guidance is available offline in the CityNav app; current updates require a connection.

Open Barcelona Safety Centre →

✈️ Download before you fly

Download CityNav before you fly to keep Barcelona's core transit maps, scheduled timetables and safety guidance available offline. Live departures, disruption updates, AI responses, nearby places, bookings, location sharing and SOS transmission require an internet connection.

Download on the App Store → Get a 7-day Trip Pass — £3.99

Frequently Asked Questions — Getting Around Barcelona

How do I get from Barcelona Airport to the city by Metro?

The L9 Sud (orange line) connects T1 and T2 to the Metro network but requires an airport supplement ticket. A popular alternative is the Aerobus express bus to Plaça Catalunya (about 35 minutes), which avoids the supplement.

Does the T-Casual 10-trip card work on FGC trains and trams?

Yes — the T-Casual card works across Barcelona Metro, FGC trains within Barcelona fare zones, trams, and city buses. It is the most cost-effective option for stays of 2–5 days.

Is there a direct Metro to Sagrada Família?

Yes — Sagrada Família station on Lines L2 (purple) and L5 (blue) is directly adjacent to the basilica. From Passeig de Gràcia, Line L5 reaches it in just 5 minutes.

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