How to Get Barcelona Cruise Terminal
Barcelona Cruise Terminal is located near Barcelona city centre. However, there is no direct transfer from Barcelona Cruise Terminal to the airport or vice versa.
So, how can you travel to Barcelona Cruise Terminal?
First, you will travel to Barcelona city center. Then transfer to the Barcelona Cruise Terminal.
You may plan to arrive in Barcelona a few days earlier before your Mediterranean cruise. That’s a wonderful idea. You will explore one of Europe’s most glorious cities.
The problem is that staying in Barcelona is costly. The accommodation rates can be one of the highest in Spain. You can hire a minibus or a local taxi at Barcelona Airport for transfers. Or you might take cruise lines’ grand shuttle service. We tell you that public transportation is much cheaper.
In this article, you will learn how to travel to Barcelona Cruise Terminal to/from the airport and City Centre. Save money and time with a little research on Barcelona public transport. Learn how to transfer to/from Barcelona Cruise Terminal before you set sail for the Mediterranean cruise.
Barcelona Cruise Terminal
Barcelona Cruise Port is one of the largest in Europe. More than millions of cruisers arrive and leave Barcelona annually. It is important for you to get some ideas about the transfer to Barcelona Cruise Terminal. Organise how you travel in advance.
Barcelona Cruise Port is called Barcelona Cruise Pier by the locals. The terminals are located at the foot of the most famous street of Barcelona, La Rambla. The street is also called either Les Rambles in Catalan and Las Ramblas in Spanish.
The terminals are separated into three sections. Adossat Quay and World Trade Centre are used for cruise ships. Maremagnum Port Vell is for large transport and cargo ships. Find out more information on Barcelona Cruise Port.
Barcelona Cruise Port Map
Where do cruise ships dock in Barcelona?
The Port of Barcelona has 9 terminals. 7 of them are international cruise terminals. Terminals A, B, C, and D are located at Moll Adossat. It takes about 15 minutes from the city center by walk. 3 of the terminals lie in World Trade Center terminals on the Moll de Barcelona wharf.
Most cruise ships dock at terminals on Moll Adossat, including:
- Royal Caribbean
- MSC
- Norwegian Cruise Lines
- Princess Cruises
How far is Barcelona airport from the cruise ship port?
Barcelona-El Prat International Airport (a.k.a. El Prat Airport, IATA: BCN), is the major international airport in Barcelona. It is the closest airport to Barcelona Cruise Port and City Centre. The airport is located about 13 km southwest of central Barcelona (source).
How far is Barcelona Cruise Port from the Barcelona city center?
Barcelona cruise port is located within 500 m to 1km from the city center of Barcelona. It is 2 km from the old medieval area. All of Barcelona’s cruise ship terminals are very close to Barcelona city centre.
World Trade Center terminals are approximately 300 m away from the edge of Las Ramblas where the Columbus Monument (Milador de Colom) is situated.
Moll Adossat terminals are approximately 2km away from the edge of Las Ramblas. It takes 20 to 30 minutes to go to the Christopher Columbus monument by walk. There is a shuttle bus service of Cruise Bus (T3 Port Bus). The shuttle is blue. It is connecting the terminals and the Christopher Columbus monument.
Drassanes is the closest Metro Station from Barcelona Cruise Terminal. It takes only a few minutes walks from the Christopher Columbus monument.
Cruise from Barcelona
The Port de Barcelona is one of the busiest cruise ports in Europe. Cruises to and from Barcelona are very popular. Cruise itineraries from Barcelona are varied. Cruises out of Barcelona are:
Please find all the information everything about the best Mediterranean destinations and the best time to cruise at the Best Mediterranean Cruise article. You can find the following information:
- Western Mediterranean cruises are sailing from Barcelona to Marseilles, Rome and Naples. Some cruise lines include Morocco, Palma de Mallorca and Tunis.
- Eastern Mediterranean cruise itineraries sail the Adriatic Sea. Cruise ships dock at Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Montenegro and Greek Islands.
- You may wonder the differences between Eastern and Western Mediterranean cruises. You can also find out the best times for the Mediterranean cruises.
- Cruising Spain is also one of the most popular itineraries in the Mediterranean cruises.
Barcelona Cruise Port Schedule
You can find out Barcelona Cruise Port Schedule at Cruise Mapper. The link will show you dates and times the cruise ships arrive at Barcelona Cruise Port.
Barcelona Cruise Terminal Parking
Long-stay parking is available at the World Trade Centre Barcelona and Adossat wharves:
World Trade Center Barcelona
Barcelona wharf
Tel.: +34 93 508 80 62
Parking WTC
Parking Barcelona Port
Adossat wharf, Terminal E
08039 – Barcelona
Website
Hotels near Barcelona Cruise Port
Barcelona is one of the most expensive cities in Europe. The accommodation rates increase dramatically from April till September. You can book a hotel as soon as you decide on your vacation. Find out the detailed information on hotels near Barcelona Cruise Port.
Barcelona Cruise Port to/from the Airport
Barcelona Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the closest airport to Barcelona city centre. This international airport is located in the 12 km southwest of downtown Barcelona. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is the closest airport to Barcelona central city.
The international flights mostly depart and arrive at Terminal 1 (T1). LCC flights use Terminal 2 (T2). Metro and Aerobus are operating at both terminals. The Renfe train is departing from Terminal 2 and no service at Terminal 1.
How to get from Barcelona Airport to Cruise Terminal
You have some options in travelling Barcelona cruise ship terminals to Barcelona Airport or vice versa. Transportation from Barcelona Airport to Cruise Terminal is either Aerobus or taxi.
You can also choose different ways to transfer to the city center from Barcelona Airport such as by Metro, Renfe or public bus. However, it is rather complicated and includes transits more than twice. My best recommendation is either by Aerobus or taxi.
1. Aerobus
Aerobus runs from Barcelona Airport Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 to the city centre (source). The nearest bus stop for the cruise terminal is Plaça España, which is the first stop of Aerobus. You can directly purchase a
Aerobus
Single Ticket: 5.90 EUR
Return Ticket: 10.20 EUR valid only 15 days
Operation: Monday to Sunday, every 5 to 10 minutes from 5 am to 1.05 am
Travel time: about 35 minutes
*Important: The T10 ticket is not
Aerobus Routes
Airport Terminal 1 >> Plaça España >> Gran Via – Urgell >> Plaça Universitat >> Plaça de Catalunya (City Centre)
Airport Terminal 2 >> Plaça España >> Gran Via – Urgell >> Plaça Universitat >> Plaça de Catalunya (City Centre)
From Plaça España, catch a taxi to the cruise terminal. It takes you 5 to less than 10-minute ride depending on the cruise terminals you arrive.
Metro L3
Or you can catch the Metro L3 from Plaça España and get off at Drassanes. It is the three stops from Plaça España to the direction Trinitat Nova. From Drassanes you can either walk to the World Trade Center for about less than 10 minutes.
City Bus
Or if your departure terminal is Moll Adossat wharf, catch the Cruise Bus (T3 Port Bus) from the Columbus Monument (Milador de Colom). The bus stop is situated along the square of the Columbus Monument at the seaside.
Once you get off Metro underground ‘Drassanes‘ and go up for outside, you will find the tall statue of the Columbus Monument (Milador de Colom) towards the seaside. Walk there for a few minutes. Catch the blue Cruise Bus.
Cruise Bus
The total cost per person for the entire journey from the airport:
5.90 EUR for Aerobus
2.20 Euro for Metro L3
3 EUR (4 EUR in Return) for City Bus or Walk
2. Taxi
The fast and comfortable way to go to Barcelona Cruise Terminals is to catch a taxi. There are 9 terminals in total at the Barcelona Port, 7 of these are cruise terminals. It is one of the largest cruise ports in Europe.
In the Airport, find a sign ‘TAXI’ and go downstairs with an escalator. You will find a taxi rank. Catch only a ‘registered taxi‘. They are coloured with ‘black and yellow‘ and have a meter.
Travel Time: less than 30 minutes if
Rate: 39 EUR fixed price plus an airport surcharge 3.10 EUR
Luggage: 1 EUR per one luggage and max 4
My tip: Taxi in Barcelona is reliable. I never had any problem with them. They charge only on the meter and surcharge. Ride only on a registered black and yellow taxi.
Barcelona Cruise Terminals from Barcelona City Centre
The cruiser terminals at the Port of Barcelona have an excellent connection. The World Trade Center terminals are located within a walking distance, 400 metres away from the nearest bus stop and the Metro. The nearest Metro station is Drassanes.
If your departure terminal is located in Moll Adossat, you can catch the Cruise Bus (T3 Port Bus shuttle). It takes cruise passengers from the Monument of Columbus (Plaza de Colón) to terminals A, B, C and D.
How to get to Barcelona Cruise Terminals from City Center
Wherever your hotel is located in the city of Barcelona, you can come down to the Columbus Monument and catch the Cruise Bus for the terminals in Moll Adossat or can walk to the terminals in the World Trade Centre.
Barcelona City Centre
Your hotel would be located in either the district around Las Rambles. Eixample, El Ravel, Gothic Quarter (El Gótico) and the Barceloneta are the popular places to stay in Barcelona.
These districts are downtown Barcelona. Apart from Eixample, El Ravel, Gothic Quarter and the Barceloneta are called Ciutat Vella. The best areas to stay in Barcelona is in Ciutat Vella. You can easily access to all the major visiting places on foot.
How to go to Barcelona Cruise Terminal from your hotel
If your hotel is located near Plaça de Catalunya which the central Barcelona and the city’s transport hub, or Eixample, get the Metro L3. Catalunya Metro station will take you to Drassanes.
If your hotel is located in the area at the middle of Las Ramblas, or the Gothic Quarter, Liceu is the nearest Metro station. Get Metro L3 and get off at the next station, Drassanes.
Cruise Bus
Metro L3
Or you can catch the Metro L3 from Plaça España and get off at Drassanes. It is the three stops from Plaça España to the direction Trinitat Nova. From Drassanes you can either walk to the World Trade Center for about less than 10 minutes.
City Bus
Once you get off Metro Drassanes station and go up to outside, you will find the tall statue of the Columbus Monument (Milador de Colom) at the seaside. Walk there for a few minutes.
Cruise Bus (T3 Port Bus) runs from the Columbus Monument. The bus stop is situated along the square of Columbus Monument at the seaside.
Cruise Bus (T3 Port Bus)
Single ticket: 3 EUR (Return 4 EUR)
Operation: every 20 minutes during the day time
*The T10 ticket is not available for Cruise Bus.
Cruise Bus is blue. You can purchase a bus ticket directly from a driver. Please prepare coins or a small note.
Barcelona Hotels near Cruise Port
Are you looking for where to stay in Barcelona? Find out hotels near Barcelona Cruise Port.
Conclusion
The easy and cheap way to go to Barcelona Cruise Terminal to/from the airport is by Aerobus. If your budget is generous or travels more than two people, a taxi is a fast and comfortable way to transfer.
Wherever you stay in Barcelona, travelling to Barcelona Cruise Terminal is easy. You can come to the Metro Green L3 station, Drassanes. Then walk to the World Trade Center terminals for about 5 minutes. If your terminal is located in Moll Adossat, take Cruise Bus (T Port Bus), from the Columbus Monument and get off at your terminal.
References:
Barcelona tourist board
Portal de Turisme de Catalunya (Spanish)
Barcelona Airport
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