How to get to El Prat de Llobregat from Barcelona

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Compare train and coach for Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 9 km

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Compare ways to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat

Compare the available ways to get from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat:

A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat costing on average £7.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to El Prat de Llobregat take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and El Prat de Llobregat including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £3 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£0. The journey takes 30m versus 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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How to get to El Prat de Llobregat from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from El Prat de Llobregat by train

The most popular day trips by train from El Prat de Llobregat are Barcelona, Sitges, Tarragona, Girona and Castelldefels. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from El Prat de Llobregat on Omio.

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Day trip from El Prat de Llobregat to Barcelona by train

Why visit Barcelona for the day?

Barcelona is known for Gaudí’s architecture, a Mediterranean shoreline and a strong Catalan character. Historic streets, beach life and contemporary culture sit close together, giving the city an energetic but lived-in feel.

A view of Sitges

Day trip from El Prat de Llobregat to Sitges by train

Why visit Sitges for the day?

Sitges is a coastal town in Catalonia known for its beaches, whitewashed streets and lively cultural scene. It mixes Mediterranean ease with modern art heritage, film festivals and a well-known inclusive nightlife.

A view of Tarragona

Day trip from El Prat de Llobregat to Tarragona by train

Why visit Tarragona for the day?

Tarragona is known for its Roman remains, especially the seaside amphitheatre and the legacy of ancient Tarraco. It also feels distinctly Mediterranean, with a historic centre, beaches and a strong Catalan identity.

A view of Castelldefels

Day trip from El Prat de Llobregat to Castelldefels by train

Why visit Castelldefels for the day?

Castelldefels is known for its broad sandy beach, easy-going seafront and the hilltop Castell de Fels. Close to Barcelona, it balances local Catalan life with watersports, promenades and access to the Garraf landscape.

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FAQs: Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat

Travel to El Prat de Llobregat easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat.

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There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and El Prat de Llobregat including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is a train with an average price of £3.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat:

A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat costing on average £7.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to El Prat de Llobregat take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 0m.

The Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat distance is approximately 9 km.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat is:
  • Around 614 trains per day.
  • Around 76 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and El Prat de Llobregat as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Aeroport T2.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Pl. Catalunya - Andana Central and arrive in El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Rodalies de Catalunya to go to El Prat de Llobregat by train.
  • Travel with Aerobus to go to El Prat de Llobregat by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat with the following travel companies:
  • 184 direct trains per day with Rodalies de Catalunya.
  • 76 direct coaches per day with Aerobus.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat often also extend their vacation to go to Andorra la Vella, Barcelona Sants, Valencia, Pas de la Casa, Soldeu. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between El Prat de Llobregat and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Barcelona to El Prat de Llobregat, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
A one to two-day visit is sufficient to explore the main attractions in El Prat de Llobregat, including local parks and cultural sites.

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