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Barcelona Airport (T1) to City Center
City Center to Barcelona Airport (T1)
Barcelona Airport (T2) to City Center
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Valid question! We’d absolutely recommend considering a Barcelona travel card especially if you’re a tourist who doesn’t want to overspend on transportation or struggle with complex ticket options. Barcelona aims for 65% of trips via public transport, yet tourists face challenges navigating the city's transport system. If you’re dealing with confusing ticket types, costly single rides, or language barriers at the ticket machines, the Hola Barcelona Travel Card can make your trip simpler, smoother, and much more affordable.
Planning to explore Barcelona’s top sights and save on transportation? Here’s a breakdown of what you’d pay with and without the Hola Barcelona Travel Card:
Without the Hola Barcelona Travel Card
Round-trip airport metro ticket: €11
With the 2-Day Hola Barcelona Travel Card
With unlimited access, you can explore freely without calculating each ride’s cost.
Without the Hola Barcelona Travel Card
With the 3-Day Hola Barcelona Travel Card
The 3-day pass saves you more as you move around the city, allowing you to make the most of Barcelona’s public transit.
Without the Hola Barcelona Travel Card
With the 4-Day Hola Barcelona Travel Card
For a 4-day stay, the Hola Barcelona Travel Card is a wise choice, offering savings and convenience without needing separate tickets.
Without the Hola Barcelona Travel Card
With the 5-Day Hola Barcelona Travel Card
With this pass, you enjoy unlimited travel across five days at a daily rate of just €8.16. It’s an excellent value for those who want to explore extensively without worrying about individual ticket prices.
Starting from just €17.50, the Hola Barcelona travel card is an affordable way to navigate the city’s buses, metros, trams, and trains—all unlimited for the card’s duration.
Inclusions: With this card, you have access to the following transport options in Barcelona
Important Note: The Hola Barcelona Travel Card doesn’t cover the Montjuïc Cable Car, night buses, the Aerobus service, or the Tibidabo Funicular.
To redeem your Hola Barcelona Travel Card: After purchasing, you'll receive an email with a digital voucher (13-digit code).
For smooth travels, we recommend buying your Hola Barcelona Travel Card online ahead of time. Here’s where you can redeem it:
The Hola Barcelona Travel Card covers over 100 routes on Barcelona’s main public bus network (TMB). This means you’ll have citywide access on all TMB buses, helping you move seamlessly across neighborhoods at any time.
However, it’s important to know that this card doesn’t apply to buses operated by private companies. For example, it won’t cover trips on the Aerobús (the airport shuttle service) or the NitBus, the city’s nighttime bus line. So, if you need a direct link from the airport to the city or late-night transport, booking Aerobus tickets is the best option!
Aerobus Ticket is a quick and affordable airport transfer service connecting Barcelona’s city center and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport. With frequent departures every 10–20 minutes, this service is reliable and accessible around the clock, seven days a week. Each bus is equipped with free Wi-Fi, USB charging, and ample luggage space, so you can relax on the way to your destination.
Barcelona’s metro system is the core of the city’s public transport, covering major areas and attractions with 12 lines. Hola Barcelona Travel Card and Barcelona All Inclusive Card holders can enjoy unlimited metro rides, making it easy to get around without buying separate tickets. Trains run frequently, every 2–4 minutes during the day and every 10 minutes at night.
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Plan your route with station maps or an online metro map. Each line is color-coded, and directions are marked by the final stop on each route.
Barcelona’s bus network covers areas beyond metro reach, giving you flexibility to explore various neighborhoods. With the Hola Barcelona Travel Card and Barcelona All Inclusive Card, you have unlimited access to the city’s 230+ bus routes, running daily from 5am to 10pm. Schedule variations depend on the line, so check route numbers and destinations displayed on the front of each bus to make sure you’re on the right one.
Single tickets are available from drivers at €2.40, but multi-day cardholders simply swipe to board.
Barcelona’s tram network offers a scenic way to explore areas outside the city center. It includes six lines across two networks, accessible with the Hola Barcelona Travel Card or Barcelona All Inclusive Card, allowing unlimited tram rides. Trams generally operate from 5am to midnight, with tickets available at tram stations if needed.
Barcelona has a vast bike-sharing network, with over 6,000 bikes available at 420 docking stations citywide. An annual pass is €47.16, providing 30-minute rides for frequent users. For extended rides, you can re-dock and rent again or pay additional fees of around €1.50 per hour (€4.50 after two hours). Frequent riders might consider buying a bike, as rentals can add up over time.
Barcelona’s urban mobility options include electric scooters, ideal for short trips within the city. Here’s a quick rundown of rental services:
These app-based rentals are a sustainable, affordable way to cover short distances.
The Hola Barcelona Travel Card operates within Zone 1 of Barcelona's extensive public transportation network. This zone includes the FGC urban railway and the Rodalies de Catalunya regional railway, giving you full access across the city’s main transit routes. With this card, you’ll also be able to travel smoothly between Barcelona Airport and the city center without needing separate airport tickets. Zone 1 conveniently covers all the main areas tourists want to visit, making it easy to explore Barcelona without worrying about extra fares or complex zones.
The Hola Barcelona Travel Card covers unlimited travel across the metro, buses, trams, FGC light rail, and Rodalies trains, but how can you quickly find the best route for your journey? Google Maps: Open Google Maps, tap on “Directions,” and enter your destination. Select the transit icon to view the public transport options available, showing you the exact metro, bus, tram, or train lines you’ll need. TMB App: Another handy option is the TMB app from Metropolitan Transports of Barcelona, where you can check metro and bus routes, timings, and stops to make navigating around the city even easier.
Hola Barcelona Travel Card: Provides unlimited access to public transport in Barcelona, covering metro, buses, trams, FGC light rail, and Rodalies trains. Barcelona Card Express and Barcelona Card: These cards include unlimited public transport plus free or discounted entry to top attractions and other benefits, making them ideal if you plan to explore major sites around the city.