Compare all direct ways to get from Barcelona Airport to Sagrada Família — from private transfers and taxis to metro, Aerobús, and train routes.

There’s something ineffably romantic about starting your Barcelona journey at the Sagrada Família, the city’s most iconic and awe-inspiring landmark. Rising from the earth and soaring toward the sky, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Spain’s most visited monument.

Perhaps it’s the stark contrast between the ornately gothic Nativity and the modern Passion façade relying on the visual power of straight lines and angular figures, or the arborescent columns fanning out like tree branches. The intentional use of skylights, igniting the interior: the rising sun shining through the blue and green glass, or the setting sun striking red and orange panes on the west façade.

Whether you’re gliding down Carrer de Mallorca in a Kiwitaxi, admiring the façades changing dramatically from various angles, heading to your design-forward hotel in Eixample, or preparing a romantic proposal beneath Gaudí’s soaring spires, there’s something undeniably poetic about starting your Barcelona story here.

With that in mind, we’ve curated a guide to the direct ways of getting from Barcelona Airport to the Sagrada Família, in what many hail as one of Europe’s most creative cities.

Heading beyond Sagrada Família? Be sure to check out our complete 2025 guide to getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to the city center for all budgets and travel styles.

We challenge you to find a more amazing start to your Barcelona story than gliding through the city in a private climate-controlled vehicle, fresh off the runway at El Prat. Booking a Kiwitaxi private airport transfer from Barcelona El Prat to Sagrada Família offers a seamless start to your journey. Using state-of-the-art navigation and real-time route optimization, Kiwitaxi ensures a smooth and reliable travel experience, while prioritizing your safety and convenience. Your personal driver will be tracking your flight in real-time, waiting at arrivals with your name on a sign, ready to whisk you away from the airport straight to the resplendent Sagrada Família. With a pre-booked ride and upfront pricing, the only surprise awaiting your loved one is the unforgettable proposal beneath Gaudí’s soaring towers, as Sagrada Família becomes the backdrop to your love story. Arriving by private transfer allows romantic couples to slip straight into the moment, whether they're headed to their hotel or directly to Sagrada Família basilica, for their life’s biggest moment.

Kiwitaxi’s private airport transfer is perfect for couples who want a comfortable and discreet start to their journey, families juggling luggage and little ones, or visitors who’d rather skip the stress of navigating transport on arrival.

Trip duration: 25–35 minutes Fare: From €45 (fixed rate, depending on vehicle type) Availability: 24/7 (with advance booking) Best for: Couples, honeymooners, romantic trips, first-time visitors

Transform your arrival from Barcelona El Prat to Sagrada Família into a tailor-made adventure with Kiwitaxi’s Chauffeur Hire Service. Unlike a point-to-point airport transfer, this bespoke service revolves entirely around your schedule (or the delightful absence of one), letting you discover Barcelona at your own pace. With a dedicated chauffeur by your side from the moment you land at BCN airport to your departure, as your Barcelona trip draws to a close, you’ll enjoy a stress-free and flexible experience. Hop on and hop off at your own pace; take pictures of just the two of you in front of the iconic Sagrada Família, pause to admire Gaudí’s shimmering mosaics, or slip into a gourmet tapas bar tucked down a hidden alley in the Gothic Quarter, your dedicated chauffeur is by your side in a trip built entirely around you. Kiwitaxi’s Chauffeur Hire Service offers tailored solutions for all kinds of events, whether it’s a wedding, a conference, a business meeting, or more.

Kiwitaxi’s Chauffeur Hire Service is perfect for couples seeking discretion and the freedom to live in the moment, families looking for effortless sightseeing, or any traveler who needs flexibility and comfort. All you have to do is lean back, take in the city’s blend of the Gothic and the Modernist, and let Barcelona unfold.

Trip duration: From 3 hours (flexible schedule) Fare: From €50/hour (fixed rate, depending on vehicle type) Availability: 24/7 (with advance booking) Best for: Couples, families, VIP travelers, business meetings, unplanned explorations

If your hotel is in Passeig de Gràcia, Sants, or Clot-Aragó, the R2 Nord commuter train offers a fast and affordable route into the city from Terminal 2. The station is accessible by a covered footbridge from T2B. If you arrive at Terminal 1, you’ll need to take a free shuttle bus to T2 (runs every 5–10 minutes). Trains run every 30 minutes.

Tickets cost €4.60, and you can buy them at RENFE machines or online. If you're staying multiple days, consider getting a Hola BCN! or T-Casual card for added value across all city transport.

Trip duration: 25–30 minutes Fare: €4.90 Booking: On-site machines or RENFE website Best for: Independent travelers, light luggage

Barcelona’s metro network is modern, efficient, and easy to navigate. Simply take the L9 Sud (Orange Line) from BCN Terminal 1 (T1) or Terminal 2 (T2) and travel to the Collblanc station. From there, transfer to the L5 (Blue Line) and ride it to the Sagrada Família station with exits directly at the basilica.

If you're traveling light and don't mind stairs or transfers, this is a budget-friendly route with consistent service throughout the day, operating every 7–12 minutes. It’s also a popular option if you’re using a multi-day transport card like the Hola Barcelona Travel Card.

Trip duration: 45–55 minutes Fare: €5.70 (airport metro ticket). Note that the standard T-Casual ticket is not valid for the airport metro stations. However, the Hola Barcelona Travel Card is valid for the entire journey. Availability: The metro generally runs from 5:00 AM to midnight (Sunday-Thursday). On Fridays, it runs until 2:00 AM, and on Saturdays, it operates all night. Best for: Solo travelers, those on a budget, public transport-savvy visitors

Aerobús is an efficient and comfortable airport express taking you to Sagrada Família in no time. Equipped with air-conditioner, USB ports, and free WiFi, it’s a great compromise between price and ease. Take the Aerobús (A1 from T1 or A2 from T2) to Plaça Universitat. From there, walk to the Universitat metro station and take the L2 (Purple Line) toward Badalona Pompeu Fabra. Get off at the Sagrada Família station.

Trip duration: Approximately 40-50 minutes (25-35 minutes on the Aerobús + ~15 minutes on the metro including transfer). Fare: €7.45 (Aerobús) + €2.65 (Metro) You can use a valid T-Casual or Hola Barcelona Card for the metro part of the journey. Availability: The Aerobús runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, every 5–15 min. Metro L2 follows the standard metro timetable. Best for: Daytime travelers, light packers, city-first timers

For travelers landing at Terminal 2, this route provides a scenic and budget-friendly way into the city with fewer transfers. From the airport’s RENFE station at T2, board the R2 Nord commuter train to Sants Estació. At Sants Estació, transfer to the L5 metro (Blue Line) in the direction of Vall d’Hebron and ride a few stops to Sagrada Família.

While it’s not ideal for those arriving at Terminal 1 (you’d need to take a free shuttle to T2 first), it’s a smooth ride with generous luggage space, seating, and air conditioning.

Trip duration: 45–55 minutes Fare: A single ticket for the train is around €4.90 - €5.05, and the journey is covered by the Hola Barcelona Travel Card. Bonus: RENFE tickets are valid for integrated travel, so you only need one combined fare for the whole journey. Availability: The R2 Nord train runs every 30 minutes, from around 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM. The L5 metro follows the standard metro timetable. Best for: Travelers landing at T2, those seeking a quieter ride into the city, light packers.