English Arenys de Mar
This is the seaside destination, known for its fishing port, waterfront and beaches. Select Arenys de Mar if your hotel, apartment or house is on the coast or around the town centre.
Barcelona Airport BCN → Arenys de Mar
Private transfer from Barcelona Airport to Arenys de Mar
Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Arenys de Mar means heading north along the Maresme coast. The journey is around 58 km and takes approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic and your final destination. Before booking, make sure your destination is Arenys de Mar rather than Arenys de Munt, the neighbouring inland municipality. Indicative prices start at €85 for 1–4 passengers and €99 for 5–8 passengers.
from €85 1–4 passengers
from €99 5–8 passengers
≈ 58 km along the Maresme coast
≈ 45 min depending on traffic and destination
Airport pickup: what happens after you land at BCN
Barcelona-El Prat Airport has two separate terminals, T1 and T2, so your meeting point is linked to the terminal used by your flight. The pickup process is designed to keep the arrival straightforward.
- Include your flight number and terminal when bookingYour flight details allow the driver to follow the flight status and adjust the pickup time if you arrive early or late, without you having to call.
- Meet your driver in the arrivals areaThe service includes meet & greet with a welcome sign. The exact meeting point inside your terminal is confirmed with the booking, avoiding an unnecessary transfer between T1 and T2.
- Allow time for arrival formalities and baggageA courtesy waiting period is provided after landing so you have time to clear controls and collect your luggage. The specific conditions are stated in the booking confirmation.
Getting to Arenys de Mar by road
The route takes you around Barcelona before continuing north through the Maresme corridor, a chain of coastal towns between the city and Arenys de Mar. The faster road is the C-32, the Maresme Motorway, which is a toll road. The free alternative is the former N-II, which follows the coast more closely but passes through built-up areas and is therefore slower. Your driver selects the appropriate route according to traffic and the time of travel. The transfer price is fixed per vehicle, so there are no unexpected charges on arrival.
Check the municipality before you book
Arenys de Mar and Arenys de Munt are separate municipalities. Choosing the correct one matters because the route and price are different.
Arenys de Munt
The neighbouring municipality lies several kilometres inland towards the hills. It has a different access route, so an address in Arenys de Munt should be specified clearly when making the booking.
Arriving in a coastal town with a strong local identity
Arenys de Mar combines a working fishing port with a distinctive cultural heritage. Its fish market holds a daily fish auction, while the town is associated with Salvador Espriu and the Sinera maritime cemetery, as well as the traditional bobbin-lace craft known as puntaires, represented by its museum. A direct transfer can take you straight to the town centre, harbour or your accommodation without routing through neighbouring coastal towns, something particularly useful during the busy summer period.
There is a rail option, but the R1 does not serve the airport
Arenys de Mar has a direct rail connection with Barcelona on the R1 Rodalies line, with trains reaching Barcelona's Plaça de Catalunya in around 50 minutes and a station close to the town centre. The important point for airport arrivals is that the R1 does not run from Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Travellers using the train therefore need to reach a Barcelona station first and change onto the R1. For light luggage this can be a practical option; a direct private transfer avoids that connection and takes you from the airport to your exact destination, which can be useful when travelling with luggage, as a group, at night or beyond the town centre.
Choose the vehicle around your group size and luggage
The right vehicle depends on how many people are travelling and how much luggage you have. Families and groups with cases may have more room in a minivan than in a standard car, while larger parties such as wedding groups, teams or Maresme excursions can use a minibus or bus with driver.
Select the vehicle for your passenger count
Vehicle categories are available in the Zonetransfers fleet. For larger parties, you can also consult minibus and bus hire with driver in Barcelona, providing a single airport meeting point for the group.
Answers for a Barcelona Airport to Arenys de Mar transfer
How can I make sure I have selected Arenys de Mar?
Arenys de Mar is the coastal municipality, while Arenys de Munt is several kilometres inland. They have different routes and prices, so include the full municipality name and exact address when booking.
Is the C-32 route to Arenys de Mar a toll road?
Yes. The C-32, known as the Maresme Motorway, is the faster toll-road option. The former N-II provides a free alternative but is slower because it passes through the towns along the coast. The transfer has a fixed vehicle price that includes the route, with no extra charge on arrival.
Can I travel by train from Barcelona Airport to Arenys de Mar?
Not directly. The R1 serves Arenys de Mar and reaches Barcelona's Plaça de Catalunya in around 50 minutes, but the line does not run from the airport. You would first need to travel to a Barcelona station and change to the R1.
What transfer vehicle is available for a larger group?
Families and groups travelling with luggage can use a minivan, while larger groups can arrange a minibus or bus with driver. Provide the number of passengers and luggage details when booking so the appropriate vehicle category can be considered.
Does the Arenys de Mar price also apply to other Maresme destinations?
The quoted reference is for Arenys de Mar. Mataró, Canet de Mar, Vilassar de Mar and Calella are separate destinations, each with its own route and price. Specify the municipality and exact address to obtain the appropriate amount.
Other airport transfer routes from Barcelona
Arenys de Mar is one of several destinations served from Barcelona-El Prat Airport across the Maresme, Alt Maresme and Costa Brava. These routes provide useful alternatives if your final destination is elsewhere.
Mataró
The capital of the Maresme, with a harbour, modernist heritage and beaches.
≈ 40 min View transfer →
Vilassar de Mar
A coastal town associated with flowers, the sea and the Maresme shoreline.
≈ 35 min View transfer →
Canet de Mar
A seaside destination with a strong modernist connection to Domènech i Montaner.
≈ 50 min View transfer →
Malgrat de Mar
A long beach and family-oriented atmosphere at the northern end of the Maresme.
≈ 1 h View transfer →
Pineda de Mar
A coastal destination with beaches, sunshine and a seafront promenade.
≈ 1 h View transfer →
Santa Susanna
A beach and hotel destination popular with families on holiday.
≈ 1 h View transfer →
Blanes
The southern gateway to the Costa Brava, with its botanical garden overlooking the sea.
≈ 1 h 05 View transfer →
Lloret de Mar
A major Costa Brava destination for beaches and leisure.
≈ 1 h 15 View transfer →
Girona
A historic city and a natural gateway to the Costa Brava and Pyrenees.
≈ 1 h 20 View transfer →
Figueres
The city associated with Dalí and the Dalí Theatre-Museum, on the route towards the French border.
≈ 1 h 40 View transfer →
Private driver services for journeys around Barcelona and the Maresme
Arrange your Arenys de Mar transfer with a fixed vehicle price
Enter your travel date, flight number, terminal, passenger count and exact address in Arenys de Mar, whether you are heading to the harbour or another point in the Maresme, to check the available vehicle and final price before confirming.