How long does it take from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat by metro?

The journey from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat takes approximately 17 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 5.18 km across 5 stops.

What is the metro fare from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat?

The token fare from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat is €2.55. With a smart card the fare is €2.55 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.55.

Which platform at Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica for Universitat?

At Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Trinitat Nova. Look for the electronic board showing "Trinitat Nova".

What is the last train from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat?

The last train from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica towards Trinitat Nova departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Universitat back towards Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica to Universitat?

There are 5 stops between Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica and Universitat on the L4. The stations are: Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica, Barceloneta, Jaume I, Urquinaona.

Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica To Universitat

ShortestShortest Route

Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica

Platform 1·underground·L4Towards Trinitat Nova

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Barceloneta

+2.25 min

2.25 min · 0.96 km

Jaume I

+4.5 min

2.25 min · 0.96 km

Urquinaona

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.88 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Urquinaona — 5 min

Platform 3 · L1 ·Platform 1 Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

+5 min

Urquinaona

yellow interchange

Platform 1·underground·L1Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Catalunya

green interchange

+2.59 min

2.59 min · 1.15 km

Universitat

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.3 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

17 min

Total time

stops

5.18 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica	05:00	23:00	Towards Trinitat Nova
Universitat	05:00	00:00	Towards Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Use your Barcelona Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.32 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~21 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€42

Auto

€92

Cab

€164

Estimates for 5.18 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Hospital de BellvitgeFondo

Paral·lelLa Pau

Zona UniversitàriaTrinitat Nova

La PauTrinitat Nova

Departure station

Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica

underground

Ciutadella/Vila Olímpica, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Universitat

underground

Universitat, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Universitat exit 1· University♿

Universitat exit 2· University♿

Universitat exit 3· University♿

Universitat exit 4· University♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access