Public transit in Barcelona
Barcelona runs on the Metro + Tram + Bus. Here's everything you need to know before you arrive.
At a glance
System name
Metro + Tram + Bus
Lines / network size
12 metro lines
Single fare
€2.55
Day pass
€11.35 (Hola Barcelona 1-day) (≈ US$12.50)
How you pay
T-Casual (10-trip card for €12.55, sharable) or Hola Barcelona Travel Card
Top tip
The T-Casual gives you 10 rides for €12.55 and IS sharable among multiple people on the same journey. For 2+ days, the Hola Barcelona 48h/72h/96h passes (€16.40/€22.80/€28.60) are great.
⚠ Heads up: common scam
Pickpockets are legendary on Las Ramblas Metro stations (Catalunya, Liceu). Wear bags across the chest, not on the back.