Do people pay for the bus in Barcelona?

TICKETS. There are several different public transit services in Barcelona, including the metro, trams, buses, and even suburban trains. Single tickets are €2.40 per ride, and you can purchase them at vending machines at metro stations and aboard buses.



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You can buy tickets to travel by TMB bus routes at the vending machines at the bus network stops, at the subway vending machines and at TMB Tickets and TMB App (digital purchase sfor T-mobilitat or tickets to collect at vending machines).

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If you are waiting at the stop, as the bus approaches you must signal to the driver that you wish to board. Single bus tickets cannot be loaded on to the Tarjeta Multi smartcard, they must be purchased on the bus. 10-trip ticket (Metrobús*): 12.20€ *View discounts available until 30 June 2023.

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You can buy the T-Casual card at the TMB booth or at one of the ticket machines at the metro stations. If you prefer to have a card before your arrival, you can purchase the T-Casual card online. The prices of the card differ based on the number of zones you'd like to have included.

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Public transportation with the city area and to the airport With the Barcelona Card and the Barcelona Card Express you receive free usage of the public transport, with only one ticket. You don't need to buy any additional tickets before the rides.

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What is the cheapest way to travel in Barcelona? The most economical transport option is the metro or bus system. Walking is, of course, free, but it is not always the fastest.

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Bring cash in the foreign currency We do not recommend carrying a lot of cash with you while visiting Barcelona. However, it is a good idea to bring a small amount of Euros cash in advance to cover some initial expenses like taxi, meal etc. until you can arrive at a bank or cashpoint to obtain some more money.

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A hop on hop off tour is a great value option when it comes to exploring a big city like Barcelona. Instead of having to work out complex maps and public transport systems, you can simply enjoy exploring the top sights and attractions around the city, with a tour bus that will take you close by.

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Cash vs. Cards You will need some cash. Small businesses have credit/debit card minimums, especially at markets like La Boquería and Santa Caterina. Consider ordering some euros to pick up at your local branch before your trip.

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Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Barcelona. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.

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Single ticket A one-way public transport journey in Barcelona costs € 2.40 ( US$ 2.50) and is only valid for a one-way journey without any transfers between the various means of transportation.

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It's more expensive than hailing a cab. But in Barcelona, I've found that hailing a cab is around 15% cheaper than pre-booking an Uber. The only exception to this is when you're travelling from the airport to the city centre, when an Uber is considerably cheaper.

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Barcelona Taxis Payment facilities You can pay your taxi ride with cash or credit card in any of the taxis of Barcelona. If you pay with cash, note that the taxi drivers must have €20.00 of change. It means that the taxi driver may not have change if you pay with a high value banknote.

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There are very few public toilets. They aren't needed because every bar, restaurant or museum has toilet and those are everywhere. In a museum, or any public building, they will have toilets and those are obviously free ( we don't conceive the idea of paying for that, honestly).

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Barcelona is a very walkable city. We could stroll through the differernt neighborhoods first hand and get a feel for the local markets and shops. Of course a stop at the open air market of La Boqueria is a must.

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Compared to other major European cities the prices for Barcelona taxis are quite moderate. The per kilometre price is about 15% cheaper than capitals like Paris and London, and being a smaller city the typical trip is much shorter. Expect to pay between €10.00 and €20.00 for a typical city centre ride.

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