How do I get from the airport to the city in Barcelona?
The Aerobus is your fastest, most direct option: it runs from both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to Plaça de Catalunya, the city's central hub, in roughly 35 minutes and costs €6.75 one-way. Buses depart every 5-10 minutes from early morning until midnight. The R2 Nord Rodalies train is cheaper at around €4.60 and connects Terminal 2 to Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station, but if you're arriving at Terminal 1 you'll need the free inter-terminal shuttle first, adding time. The metro L9 Sud line technically serves both terminals but requires a transfer and costs significantly more than the train for minimal time savings, making it the least logical choice for most travelers. A taxi runs a fixed rate of €39 from the airport to the city center, which makes sense if you're arriving late, traveling heavy, or splitting the cost between two or more people.
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