How to get from Girona Airport (GRO) to Barcelona city center. Bus, train, and private transfer comparison.
Girona Airport is 105km from Barcelona. A private transfer costs €150 and takes 1h 20m. The bus costs €19 but runs infrequently. For groups and families, private transfer is the best value.
that actually land at GRO, a full 105 kilometers northeast of the city. If you are an American or British tourist expecting to step out into Barcelona, this can be a shock. Here is every transfer option explained, with honest pros and cons.'}),e.jsx(
Direct bus to Barcelona Estacio del Nord. Takes 1h 15m. BUT: only 3-4 departures per day. If your flight is delayed, you could wait 3+ hours for the next bus. Not ideal with jet lag.
Finding a taxi at GRO willing to drive 105km to Barcelona is difficult. Most serve local destinations. If you find one, the meter will run €180+. Negotiate a fixed price in advance.
After landing at Girona at 10 PM on a Friday after a 3-hour Ryanair flight, the last thing you want is to discover the last Sagales bus left at 9:30 PM. A pre-booked private transfer eliminates this risk entirely.
Operated by Royal Falcon Limousine SL — licensed VTC, Barcelona, since 2019. Updated September 2026.