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| Popular Airport | Grantley Adams Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 8 hour 20 min |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 6706 Km |
Transportation to Airport from Barcelona City Center
El Prat Airport
Capital of the autonomous community of Catalonia in Spain, Barcelona is one of Europe’s most important cities in terms of tourism and commerce. Barcelona is the 7th most populated city in the European Union and is home to Spain’s second busiest airport. Serving 40 million passengers annually, Barcelona Airport is one of the major factors that contributes to the city’s tourism economy. The airport is easily accessible from the city, which has undergone significant transformations since the 1900’s.
Rail
You can easily get to the airport using the rail system from the Old City, Barceloneta, or Sagrada Familia, which is one of the city’s most important monuments. By transferring to the Barcelona Sants Station, which is 7 stops from Catalunya Square, and 5 stops from Sagrada Familia, you can get on the 30-minute long train to the airport. Barcelona has been using metro and railway networks for urban transportation since the 1920’s. There is a transfer point located between each rail line. Thus, you can get from locations outside of the city and within the city to the airport without having to deal with above ground traffic.
Airport Buses
Catalunya Square, a few minutes walking distance from the districts of Ciutat Vella, Barceloneta and El Raval, is the departure point for the Aerobus buses that provide transportation to the airport. The bus lines A1 and A2 provide transportation to the airport during the day; the trip takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. At night the N16 and N17 bus lines provide transportation to the airport.
These buses operate between 5 am and 12:30 am. During peak hours these buses run every 5 minutes. The fare for these buses is cheaper than taking a taxi.
Taxi
Another convenient mode of transportation to the get to Barcelona Airport, which is located 12 km from central Barcelona, is by taxi.
However, transportation from central locations in the city, especially if you’re traveling alone, can be quite expensive.
Personal Car
Driving from the city center or coastal areas to Barcelona Airport takes around 20 minutes. To get to the airport all you have to do is follow the wide and long avenue Gran Via De Les Corts Catalanes. Once you pass the bridge over Llobregat River you will enter the Castelldefels area and the road will continue to the airport access road. The airport is divided into 2 buildings; Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The airport stands out for its passenger capacity and parking capacity. The airport contains indoor and outdoor parking lots and has a total car park capacity of 19,000 vehicles.
Airport Information
Barcelona is a popular tourist destination, particularly for those coming from Northern Europe. Barcelona Airport, also known as Barcelona-El Prat Airport, offers a total of 42 restaurants, cafes, and pubs to ensure passengers have a pleasant time while at the airport.
Barcelona Airport also offers tax-free shopping services at the Duty Free shops. The airport also features free wireless internet connection and has an area dedicated to exhibitions and performances.
Transportation to Bridgetown City Center from Airport
Grantley Adams Intl. Airport
Passengers landing at Grantley Adams International Airport, which is located near Bridgetown, the capital of Barbados, an island country, can benefit from the taxis waiting in front of the terminal and have a comfortable and quick travel to the city center. Buses, which are among the other means of transportation offering service between the airport and city center, can also be preferred since they are budget-friendly and offer a quick travel to the city center. Apart from the taxis and buses, you can also rent a car at Grantley Adams International Airport for travelling to the city center. Renting a limousine is also another option for a comfortable travel. You should make a reservation in order to use this service. In addition, the buses of the tour companies offer quick transportation to the city center.
Taxi
Approximately 300 taxis offer service in front of Bridgetown International Airport. Therefore, you can easily find a taxi for travelling to the city center from the airport. Taxis offer a comfortable travel for passengers. You should find a reliable and licensed taxi if you prefer travelling to the city center by taxi. Licensed taxis have stickers on their windows. It is possible to travel to the city center or nearby places by taxi for predetermined average fares. You can get information about the taxi fares by talking to the drivers and you can reduce your transportation cost by finding passengers travelling to the same destination with you. Passengers travelling towards Atlantic Shore from the airport can use the taxis by paying 24 Barbados Dollars. The amount you need to pay is 73 dollars for Bathsheba, 64 dollars for Belleplaine, 46 dollars for Bridgetown Port and Bridgetown City, 13 dollars for Coverley, 42 dollars for Trafalgar Square and 24 dollars for Silver Sands. Before getting on the taxi, you can get information about the current fares by talking to the drivers. If you wish, you can prefer a more budget-friendly option for travelling to the city center. Buses can be helpful for your transportation to Bridgetown city center.
Car Rental
Courtesy Rent-A-Car, Drive-a-matic and Stoute’s Car Rental are the three car rental companies offering car rental services for the guests of the airport. Renting a car can be a good option if you also want to discover the nearby places. You can also rent a car for just travelling to the city center from the airport. Travelling to the city center from Grantley Adams International Airport by renting a car lasts about 30 minutes. You can rent a car by visiting one of the car rental offices located just outside the arriving passenger terminal. The renting process lasts only a few minutes. You can even shorten this time by making an online reservation in advance or by reserving your car on the phone.
Bus
It is possible to travel to the city center from Grantley Adams International Airport by using the means of public transportation. You can get to the city center by getting on a bus from the bus stop located outside the airport. You need to pay 2 Barbados Dollar for this travel. However, getting on a bus can be difficult for passengers with heavy luggage since the bus stops aren’t very close to the terminal. By visiting the information desk located at the airport, you can get information about the other routes that you can reach by bus.
Limousine
Passengers who want a more comfortable transportation option can benefit from the limousine rental services. The limousines which are generally rented through the tour operators carry passengers to their destinations in Barbados in a comfortable and quick way. You can get information about limousine rental services by visiting the airport information desk. You can also make a little search on the internet before coming to the city and make a reservation after analyzing limousine rental alternatives. Limousines are among the most convenient transportation alternatives especially for passengers with much luggage. In addition, you can travel to the other parts of the island by renting a limousine. Limousines can generally carry 4 or 5 passengers. If you need a larger vehicle, you can get in contact with limousine rental companies.
Tour Bus
Those coming to the city as crowded groups can travel to the city center from the airport again by using tour buses for budget-friendly prices. You need to make a reservation in advance to use the tour buses. The buses offered to the passengers by the travel operators pick up passengers in front of the terminal and carry them directly to the center of Bridgetown. Ticket prices vary depending on your destination. For those traveling with a large number of passengers, tour buses are much more affordable than taxis and more comfortable than other buses.
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