Barcelona Arrival Guide: Airport to Your Flat in 24 Hours (2025)

26/05/2025 15:47:59

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Welcome to Barcelona! Here’s How to Settle In, Fast

Just landed in Barcelona for your mid-term stay? Whether you're a student, intern, or remote worker, those first 24 hours in a new city can feel overwhelming. From navigating El Prat Airport (BCN) to checking into your new flat, you’re juggling excitement, jet lag, and logistics.

This arrival guide covers everything you need to go from runway to your room — smoothly and stress-free.

👉 Already booked with LiveFurther? Great news: We offer free shuttle service from the airport to your flat on check-in day. Skip the taxi line and relax!

Step 1: Arriving at Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN)

Barcelona’s main airport (BCN) is about 12–15 km from the city center. It has two terminals (T1 and T2), and getting into town is simple with public transport or taxi — unless you're using our free shuttle.

Here are your options:

🚇 AEROBÚS (Best for Budget & Speed)

• Blue express bus every 5–10 minutes from T1 & T2
• €6.75 one-way, ~35 minutes to city center (Plaça Catalunya)
• Great if you’re staying in Eixample, Les Corts, or Sant Antoni

🚆 TRAIN (T2 only)

• RENFE R2 Nord line → connects to city via Sants or Passeig de Gràcia
• Runs every 30 minutes, ~30 minutes to central Barcelona

🚕 TAXI

• Flat rate to city: around €35–€40
• Licensed taxis are black and yellow

🚌 METRO (L9 Sud)

• Connects airport to major hubs like Torrassa or Zona Universitària
• Slower than Aerobús but very reliable

✅ Best option? If you’ve booked with us, use our free shuttle transfer to your new home. Just share your flight info and we’ll be waiting.

Step 2: Direct Routes to Your New Flat

Here’s how to get from the airport to our main rooms locations in Barcelona — all of them are mid-term ready, fully furnished, and in good neighborhoods:

Carrer Sant Joan de Malta 45 (Sant Martí / Poblenou)

• Shuttle time: ~25 min
• Public transport:
  • Train RENFE R2 (From T2) → Metro L1 (Clot)
  • Aerobús → Metro L1 (Clot)
• Great for: Students, remote workers, interns

Gran Via de les Corts Catalanes 434 / Carrer Rocafort 82 (Eixample)

• Shuttle time: ~25–30 min
• Public transport:
  • Aerobús → Plaça Espanya
  • Aerobús → Urgell or Rocafort Metro (L1)
• Central, elegant, walkable — ideal for lifestyle lovers

Travessera de les Corts 138 (Les Corts)

• Shuttle time: ~25–30 min
• Public transport: Aerobús → Plaça Espanya → L3 Les Corts
• Perfect for ESADE, IESE, and other university zones

Carrer Aribau 151 & Carrer Muntaner 184 (Eixample)

• Shuttle time: ~30 min
• Public transport: Aerobús → Plaça Universitat → Bus 54 or walk

Carrer de Sant Carles 16 & Carrer Carbonell 2(Barceloneta)

• Shuttle time: ~30–35 min
• Public transport: Aerobús → Plaça Espanya → Bus D20 to Pepe Rubianes
• Beachside living — perfect for sea lovers

Travessera de Dalt 29 (Gràcia)

• Shuttle time: ~30–35 min
• Public transport:
  • Aerobús → Passeig de Gràcia → L3 Lesseps
  • Train RENFE R2 (From T2) → Passeig de Gràcia → L3 Lesseps
• Artistic, local, and community-oriented

Step 3: What to Do in Your First 24 Hours

Once you’ve settled in your new flat:

• Connect to Wi-Fi and update your location
• Buy essentials: There’s usually a supermarket or pharmacy nearby - During our check-in, we will show you around the neighbourhood and help you find closest supermarkets and metro.
• Review your lease and house rules (you should’ve received these via email or on your portal) - If you didn’t sign it already, during the check-in, we will explain you it in person and then sign it.
• Grab a bite: Try local tapas, vermouth, or your flatmate’s favorite brunch spot

Need ideas for settling in?

✅ Read our full mid-term packing and arrival checklist

Reminder: Free Airport Shuttle for LiveFurther Tenants

As a LiveFurther tenant, you get a free airport shuttle on the day of your check-in. Just send us your flight details 72 hours before arrival, and we’ll handle the rest.

No public transport. No dragging suitcases. Just a smooth arrival.