Transfer from Girona-Costa Brava Airport

Airport guide to Barcelona. Getting around the city center. 

Best transfer options, tips and lifehacks

Traveling to Barcelona is a safe bet, as you will definitely get what you’re looking for in terms of your travel expectations. Besides being an enchanting seaside city, it is also filled with historic buildings and architectural marvels. The city will inspire you just like it inspired artists such as Pablo Picasso, Antoni Gaudi and Joan Miro. But before jumping at the opportunity of getting to know Barcelona and what it offers, let’s look into Barcelona’s airport system first.  

There is only one airport in Barcelona, however, there are 2 more in nearby cities of Girona and Reus, that provide transfer options to Barcelona. Although, they are over 100 km away from the city. Girona and Reus airports can be attractive to tourists due to cheap flights by the low-budget airlines, however, the transfer cost from the airports to Barcelona city center can negate the advantage of cheap flight tickets. But if you’re planning to take a little detour to explore Barcelona's surroundings and neighboring towns before getting to the main city, these two airports can serve the purpose. 

Girona-Costa Brava Airport is the second closest airport to Barcelona, located 103 km north of the city center. The town of Girona is a popular tourist destination itself. So, if you’re flying to Girona, you might as well take some time to discover the beauty of the city’s medieval architecture before heading to Barcelona.  

There are basically two main options of getting from the airport directly to Barcelona. 

Bus

The first one is to take Barcelona Bus, operated by two bus companies: Sagales and FlixBus. The bus station is right outside the arrivals hall. 

Barcelona Bus will take you to Estació d'Autobuses Barcelona Nord, which is in the city center. From there you can either arrange a taxi to your accommodation or take a metro. The nearest to the bus metro station is Metro Arc De Triomf (Red Line, L1)

Travel time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ticket cost: €16

Taxi / Transfer

The second option is to take a taxi or transfer, that will get you directly to the city center.  

The taxi rank is outside the terminal building. Getting a taxi from the airport is expensive but it’s also the least stressful way to reach Downtown Barcelona. Especially so, if you're getting off a long international flight, you might not have the energy to drag heavy bags around on the bus. Just order a taxi, where you can sit back and relax while the driver takes you to the hotel door or any other destination of your choosing.

However, not every taxi service at Girona Airport is good value for money. An average taxi ride from Girona-Costa Brava Airport costs about €130, but you can save a buck by ordering a transfer service. 

We recommend GetTransfer, as it offers the best prices in the area. In case you don’t agree with the company’s pricing, you can offer yours, which is pretty convenient. 

For a group of four and more people, GetTransfer can find you a vehicle that suits the size of your company with all the baggage you have. Another sweet little bonus is that you can share the ride cost, which is beneficial for everyone. 

For families and passengers with massive luggage, getting a suitable vehicle on GetTransfer is a lifesaver. You won’t have to worry about your heavy belongings or your children getting lost in public transport. GetTransfer is a stress-free experience.

Forget about expensive airport taxis or confusing metro lines. GetTransfer will get you in comfort and no fuss to any point in the city.  

The journey time is about 1 hour and 10 minutes, depending on the traffic. Still, with GetTransfer the time will fly by while admiring Barcelona from your passenger seat. 

Booking the most suitable vehicle with GetTransfer is as easy as pie. All you need is to either download GetTransfer app on your phone, or visit GetTransfer.com and fill in all the required information on the homepage, and then click “Get Offers”. The rest is up to the system. In a moment, you will be offered several options to choose from. If there are any extra requirements for the driver ― you can leave a message in the comment section. 

What you get when you book GetTransfer

• A wide variety of vehicle types: you can pick from passenger cars to shuttle buses. It all depends on how big your company is and how much baggage you’re carrying.
• You can book a transfer in advance and schedule a pickup time.
• No additional costs: taxes, road fees, and tips are included. 
• Your safety comes first. You know in advance who is picking you up, and you can choose your driver based on the ratings and the car photos. 
• You can choose from a few types of private traveling, from the most affordable to the VIP status.
• Every vehicle comes with individual additional services, be it free Wi-Fi access, cool drinks, safety shield or wheelchair accessible transfer. You can see what a vehicle has onboard when you choose your transfer.
• Vehicles are family friendly: if you travel with kids, you can find a required child seat type.

Among other perks — with GetTransfer — you can also plan your way back to the airport in advance. 

The driver you choose will wait for you at the arranged time and pre-agreed location. If you can’t keep up, no worries! There is a free waiting time: 60 minutes at airports and 15 minutes at all other locations.