Barcelona cruise port to the city centre: Cruise Bus, taxi or on foot
How to get from Barcelona's cruise terminals to the city centre: the shuttle, a taxi or on foot, with official distances and fares.
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Most cruise ships in Barcelona dock at the Moll Adossat, two to four kilometres from the foot of La Rambla, too far to walk with luggage. The official Cruise Bus shuttle links the terminals with the city for €3.50; only the World Trade Center terminal is close enough to walk.
| Terminal | Where | Distance to the city |
|---|---|---|
| A, B | Moll Adossat | 2 km |
| C, D | Moll Adossat | 2.5 km |
| E (Helix) | Moll Adossat | 3 km |
| MSC (H) | Moll Adossat | 3.9 km |
| World Trade Center (South) | Moll de Barcelona | 400 m |
Terminals and distances as published by the Port de Barcelona, checked on 12 October 2026. Your cruise line tells you which terminal you use.
Cruise Bus shuttle
The shuttle formerly known as the Portbus is now the Cruise Bus, run by Transports Ciutat Comtal. A single ticket costs €3.50; a €5 ticket gives unlimited rides that day, which suits a port day with a return to the ship.
It runs between the Moll Adossat terminals and the city end next to the World Trade Center, by the Portal de la Pau and the Columbus monument at the foot of La Rambla. From there, Drassanes metro station (L3) is a short walk.
Taxi
Metropolitan taxis add a €4.60 supplement for pick-up or drop-off at the Moll Adossat. Between the airport and the Moll Adossat there is a fixed fare of €46, supplements included.
On foot
From the World Trade Center terminal it is about 400 metres to the city. From the Moll Adossat terminals, the Port does not describe the walk as an option; take the shuttle or a taxi.
Changes ahead
Under an agreement between the City Council and the Port, the number of cruise terminals is due to fall: the World Trade Center terminal is scheduled to close at the end of 2026, terminal C to be demolished then, a new terminal G to open in 2027 and terminals A and B to go in 2028. These are plans; check your terminal with your cruise line.
Tips
- Going on to the airport: a taxi on the fixed €46 fare is the simplest with luggage; see the airport guide for the metro and Aerobús from the city.
- Back on board in time: leave a generous margin for the shuttle or taxi back; all-aboard times are strict.
- How do I get from the Barcelona cruise port to the city?
- By the Cruise Bus shuttle (€3.50 single, €5 for a day) to the foot of La Rambla, or by taxi. Only the World Trade Center terminal is within walking distance.
- How much is a taxi from the cruise port to the airport?
- A fixed €46 between the airport and the Moll Adossat, including supplements, on the AMB 2026 tariff.
- Can I walk from the cruise terminal to La Rambla?
- From the World Trade Center terminal, yes (about 400 m). From the Moll Adossat terminals, 2 to 4 km away, take the shuttle.
Keep reading
Sources
This page cites official and primary sources. If you spot an error, let us know.
- Passenger terminals — Port de Barcelona
- Transport services for cruise passengers — Port de Barcelona
- Cruise Bus — the service — Transports Ciutat Comtal
- Tarifes del taxi — Àrea Metropolitana de Barcelona
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