Barcelona Port Guide

Bus runs from all the Cruise port terminals to the monument of Christopher Columbus and back. The price of the ticket is €2.00 for a single and €3.00 for a day return and can only be purchased with cash on the bus. There is no fixed timetable for the Blue Bus however the cruise terminal operators co-ordinate the running of the bus with the arrival and departures of the cruise ships. The bus is adapted for easy access for the disabled traveller with a wheelchair.

Once at the Christopher Columbus

Where Are The Cruise Terminals?

The ports are at the foot of La Rambla (Barcelona’s most famous Boulevard, also often referred to as Las Ramblas) which runs through the heart of the city centre.

Barcelona Cruise Terminals Map

Cruise terminal names and locations

Barcelona port has 9 terminals in total, 7 of these are cruise terminals. They can come into in to 3 main locations.

Adossat Quay Terminals – Terminals A, B, C and D are based at the Adossat Quay and are furthest away from the city centre. The Terminal D is also called Palacruceros.

World Trade Centre Terminals – There are 3 terminals at the World Trade Centre (WTC) pier which are called North, South and East terminals. Sant Bertrand Terminal, is also near to the World Trade Centre Terminals it is generally used for ferries between Barcelona and the Balearic Islands.

Maremagenum Port Vell – This terminal is mainly used for large ships and not cruise liners.

Travelling to/from Airport – Port

• Taxi

Taxis are quick, available and cheap. The journey will take you about 25 minutes and will cost you around €25.00 – €30.00 with a bag supplement of €1.00 per bag. You also have 2 additional supplements

• Public Transport

Unfortunately there are no direct options when using public transport to commute between the airport and cruise terminals.

However if you choose to do it this is what you need to know: Take the Aerobus to Plaça Catalunya, then catch the metro from Catalunya to Drassanes. From there walk to the Columbus monument and then catch the Blue bus to your cruise terminal.

• Private Transfers

Don’t forget I can book private transfers on your behalf to meet you at the airport or the cruise terminal, Here’s an idea of prices based on 2 people with 1 piece of luggage each:

Airport –Port  Each way £55.00

Airport – Accommodation / City  £55.00

Travelling to/from: Port – Barcelona City Centre.

• Walking

The nearest cruise terminal to La Rambla is about a 10 minute walk away. However there are 7 cruise terminals and if you arrive at one which is furthest from La Rambla you would need to catch a shuttle bus called the Blue Bus which will take you to Monument a Colon.

It is not recommended to walk to the city centre if you are arriving any of the Adossat Quay cruise terminals as the walk is about 2 Km.

If you are arriving at any of at the World Trade Centre cruise terminals  then it is possible for you to walk, it is still a good 15 minutes to the foot of La Rambla.

• Cruise Port Shuttle Bus Service (Blue Bus)

The Blue Bus

monument it is only about 1 minute walking distance to La Rambla, and only 5 mintues walk to the nearest Metro is Drassanes (Green Line, L3).On

Barcelona metro map

On average the bus leaves every 30 minutes from the Christopher Columbus monument. If you are looking to take the Barcelona Tours Bus (The hop on hop off tourist site seeing bus) then you can do so once you are dropped off at the Columbus monument. The tourist bus has a stop just a few meters from where the Blue Bus leaves from the Columbus monument.

• Taxi

The other option is to simply catch a taxi from the port to the city centre which is cheap and quick normally taking less than 10 minutes with a fare around €8.00 to the city centre.

Baggage Storage / Baggage Delivery Service 

There are no facilities for storing luggage actually at the ports themselves. However please see the following link to see Baggage Storage in Barcelonaarticle that will explain how you can store your bags.

Alternatively see DW Consigna, They specialises in the pick-up and transfer of luggage to Barcelona Airport for all passengers who are disembarking or in transit at the port of Barcelona.  they will register your luggage and confirm a delivery time at Barcelona Airport where you’ll be able to collect it before your plane departs allowing you to enjory your free time with total peace of mind.

The Collection point is at the exit of the Port of Barcelona cruise disembarkation terminal. Duly identified and accredited ground staff will assist you. Transport costs to Barcelona Airport: 18€ per item of luggage.