English Girona
Medieval streets, the cathedral and the historic Jewish Quarter, close to Banyoles.
≈ 1 h 15 View transfer →
Barcelona Airport BCN → Banyoles
Barcelona Airport to Banyoles: private transfers to the city by the lake
A private transfer from Barcelona Airport (El Prat) to Banyoles covers around 130 km and takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes via the AP-7, now toll-free, and the C-66. Banyoles is particularly relevant for travellers heading to the Estany, Catalonia’s largest natural lake and a rowing venue during the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. The route is also used by athletes arriving with sports equipment. Indicative fares start at €179 for 1–4 passengers and €215 for 5–8 passengers.
from €179 1–4 passengers
from €215 5–8 passengers
≈ 130 km via the toll-free AP-7 and C-66
≈ 1 h 30 depending on traffic and final destination
What happens when you arrive at Barcelona Airport?
Barcelona-El Prat has two separate terminals, T1 and T2, so your meeting point depends on the flight you are taking. Your booking provides the details needed for a straightforward airport pickup.
- Provide your flight number and terminal when booking Your flight information allows the driver to follow its status and adjust the pickup time if the aircraft arrives early or is delayed, without you having to call.
- Meet your driver in the arrivals area The service includes meet & greet with a welcome sign. Your exact meeting point within the relevant terminal is confirmed with the booking, avoiding any confusion between T1 and T2.
- Allow time for baggage and airport formalities A courtesy waiting period is provided after landing so you have time to go through the necessary controls and collect your luggage. The specific conditions are stated in your booking confirmation.
Banyoles is a sports destination as well as a lakeside town
The Estany de Banyoles is Catalonia’s largest natural lake and hosted the rowing events associated with the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. It remains an established sports destination for rowing, canoeing and kayaking, triathlon and open-water swimming, including the Travessia de l’Estany held each September. For some passengers, the journey from Barcelona Airport is therefore not a conventional holiday transfer: clubs and athletes may arrive with bicycles, kayaks, wetsuits and other bulky bags. Choosing a vehicle with sufficient luggage space is particularly important in these cases.
Travelling with sports equipment or as a group
A spacious minivan can be suitable for passengers travelling with bulky sports equipment or as a larger group. For clubs and full team movements, the minibus and bus hire with driver in Barcelona allows everyone to travel together. Vehicle categories are listed in the Zonetransfers fleet.
Barcelona or Girona Airport for Banyoles?
Girona Airport (GRO) is closer to Banyoles, at around half an hour by road, but its flight network is limited and highly seasonal. Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) can therefore be the practical arrival airport for travellers whose available flights bring them to Barcelona. From El Prat, the private transfer follows the AP-7 towards the Girona area before continuing on the C-66 to Banyoles and the Pla de l’Estany. The entire airport journey is arranged as one direct, door-to-door road transfer.
Where in Banyoles are you heading?
The Estany is not the only reason to travel to Banyoles. The town has a medieval centre, the arcaded main square and the monastery of Sant Esteve, while the lakeside route surrounds the Estany. Swimming is permitted only at three designated points on the eastern shore. Banyoles also provides a base for trips towards the volcanic Garrotxa area, Besalú and Olot. When arranging the transfer, it is therefore useful to specify whether you are going to central Banyoles, a club beside the lake or accommodation elsewhere in the surrounding area, as the final section of the journey varies.
Travelling to Banyoles without a car
Banyoles has no railway station; the former railway line is now a greenway. Travelling by public transport from Barcelona Airport involves reaching Girona first and then continuing by bus to Banyoles. That means combining airport transport, the journey to Girona and a further bus connection. For travellers carrying bicycles, kayaks or other sports equipment, or for those with early training schedules, a single direct road journey avoids those connections.
Questions travellers ask about Barcelona Airport to Banyoles transfers
Can you take us directly to the lake with bicycles, kayaks or other sports equipment?
Yes. This route is also used by athletes and sports groups travelling to the Estany de Banyoles. Tell us how many people are travelling and what equipment you have, such as bicycles, kayaks, wetsuits or bulky bags. A minivan with sufficient luggage space can be assigned, while clubs can use a minibus. The transfer can take you directly to the club or lakeside location you specify.
Would Girona Airport be closer to Banyoles?
Yes, Girona Airport is closer to Banyoles. However, its flight network is limited and highly seasonal. Depending on your departure point and travel dates, Barcelona Airport (BCN) may offer more suitable flights, making a private road transfer from El Prat a useful option.
Can I travel directly from Barcelona Airport to Banyoles by train?
No. Banyoles does not have a railway station, and the former railway line is now a greenway. By public transport, the journey requires travelling to Girona and then taking a bus to Banyoles. A direct private transfer removes those connections, particularly useful when travelling with sports equipment.
Is this a taxi or a private transfer?
It is a private transfer with a chauffeur-driven vehicle (VTC), rather than a metered taxi. The fare is fixed per vehicle and journey, is known when booking and does not have additional charges on arrival. The vehicle category can be selected according to the number of passengers and the equipment being carried.
Does the Banyoles fare also cover Pla de l’Estany, Besalú or Olot?
The quoted reference is for Banyoles. Other towns in Pla de l’Estany, as well as Besalú and Olot in La Garrotxa, are different destinations with their own routes and fares. Provide the exact town and address so the journey and price can be calculated for the actual destination.
Other Barcelona Airport transfers towards Girona province
Banyoles is one of several destinations in Girona province, the Costa Brava and La Garrotxa that can be reached from Barcelona-El Prat by private transfer.
Figueres
Dalí’s hometown and the Teatre-Museu Dalí, on the route towards the French border.
≈ 1 h 30 View transfer →
Olot
Capital of the volcanic region, surrounded by dormant volcanoes and beech forests.
≈ 1 h 40 View transfer →
Empuriabrava
A residential marina built around canals and a major destination for skydiving.
≈ 1 h 40 View transfer →
L’Escala
A seaside town known for anchovies and the nearby ruins of Empúries.
≈ 1 h 40 View transfer →
Palafrugell
A gateway to the coastal villages and coves of Llafranc, Calella and Tamariu.
≈ 1 h 30 View transfer →
Platja d’Aro
A lively Costa Brava resort with a long beach, shops and entertainment.
≈ 1 h 20 View transfer →
Caldes de Malavella
Known for its spas and thermal waters between Girona and the coast.
≈ 1 h 05 View transfer →
Lloret de Mar
A major Costa Brava destination for beaches and leisure.
≈ 1 h 15 View transfer →
Tossa de Mar
A historic seaside town recognised for its castle overlooking the coast.
≈ 1 h 20 View transfer →
Private transport options in Barcelona
Arrange your private transfer from Barcelona Airport to Banyoles
Whether you are travelling to central Banyoles, the Estany for training or a destination elsewhere in Pla de l’Estany or La Garrotxa, provide the exact destination when requesting your transfer. If you are carrying bicycles, kayaks, wetsuits or other bulky equipment, include those details together with the number of passengers. Your flight number and passenger details allow the transfer to be arranged with the appropriate vehicle and the price confirmed before booking.