Barcelona Nord Station

Public transport connections

Barcelona Nord Station is the city's main bus terminal. Located in the Eixample district, in the emblematic building of the old railway station, it offers a comprehensive connection to the local transport network just steps away from the Arc de Triomf.

Metro and urban bus

Barcelona Metro (TMB)

The station is located just a few meters from the "Arc de Triomf" transport hub, which connects to key points in the city:

Line 1 (Red): Crosses the entire city connecting with Plaza Cataluña, Plaza España, and La Sagrera.

Urban Bus:

Various TMB lines and local services stop in the immediate vicinity (Calle de Alí Bei and Paseo de Sant Joan):

Line V19: Connects Barceloneta with the Plaza Alfonso X area.
Line H16: Runs along the coastal axis from the Fòrum to Zona Franca.
Line 54 : Links the station with the city center and the UPC North Campus.

Recommended App: We advise you to download TMB App or AMB Mobilitat to plan journeys in real time and buy digital tickets such as the T-Usual or T-Casual.

Connection to the airport

The journey to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) from Barcelona Nord has fast and direct options:

Commuter Train (Line R1, R3, R4): From Arc de Triomf station you can go to Sants and transfer to the R2 Nord to reach airport T2.
Express Bus (Aerobús): Can be taken at Plaza Cataluña, located just one metro stop away (L1) or 15 minutes on foot.
Taxi: The station has an official rank at the Calle de Alí Bei exit, with an estimated travel time of 25-30 minutes to the airport.

Car rental

Barcelona Nord is situated in a strategic area with multiple car rental options to facilitate your arrival or departure.

Available companies

Nearby offices: In the vicinity of the station and the Arc de Triomf area, agencies such as Hertz, Avis, and Europcar operate.
Carsharing: There are shared vehicle pick-up points in the BSM parkings located on-site and in the surrounding area.

Mobility Tip: For greater convenience, check if your car rental provider offers direct pick-up at the station's parking (BSM Estació Barcelona Nord).

Barcelona Nord Bus Information: Schedules, Destinations and Contact

The bus station is located at Calle de Alí Bei, 80. It is the main hub for long-distance national and international journeys in the city.

Station Opening Hours

Every day: 05:15h – 01:00h

Main Destinations

National: Madrid, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Zaragoza, Valencia, Alicante, and Costa Brava.

International: Paris, London, Brussels, Amsterdam, Berlin, Rome, and various cities in Eastern Europe.

Practical Information

Customer Service: +34 902 26 06 06
Parking: Managed by BSM, with access via Calle Alí Bei.

Available Station Services

Shopping Area: Gift shops, pharmacy, and newsstands located in the main lobby.
Luggage Storage: Automatic locker service for suitcases of different sizes available 24 hours.
Dining: Cafeterias, snack areas, and vending machines distributed throughout the terminal.
WiFi: Free wireless connection service for station users.
ATMs: Cash withdrawal terminals (ATM) from various banking entities.

Accessibility: Access ramps and elevators connecting the different floors of the terminal.
Security: 24h surveillance service and security cameras throughout the premises.
Waiting Room: Areas equipped with seating in front of the bus departure bays.
Taxis: Official taxi rank right at the main entrance (Calle Alí Bei).
Information Point: Traveler service office for questions regarding schedules and bays.

Where to buy your ticket

→ At www.alsa.es.

→ On the Alsa App.

→ At sales points and directly on the bus (where the service allows).

Payment methods

Credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express).
Alsa Plus Wallet.
PayPal (web and app only).
Apple Pay (app only).
Alsa Plus Points Balance.
Cash (only at Alsa points of sale, vending machines, and purchase on the bus itself; the latter option is limited to certain routes).

Passes and vouchers that can be used to buy tickets to the airport

Single Pass

Limited trips for 30 days for hundreds of destinations (personal).

10-Trip Voucher (Pay 6 + 4 Free)

Non-nominative, you can share it and it is valid for 1 year.

Regional Voucher

Travel within your community with discounts starting from 40%.

YOUTH Monthly Voucher

Personal and non-transferable flat rate for youth aged 15 to 26.

ADULT Monthly Voucher

Personal option for recurring trips for those over 26 years old.

CHILD Free Voucher