How long does it take from Horta to Paral·lel by metro?

The journey from Horta to Paral·lel takes approximately 44 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 16.21 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Horta to Paral·lel?

The token fare from Horta to Paral·lel 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 Horta for Paral·lel?

At Horta, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Cornellà Centre. Look for the electronic board showing "Cornellà Centre".

What is the last train from Horta to Paral·lel?

The last train from Horta towards Cornellà Centre departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Paral·lel back towards Horta departs at 23:00.

How many stops from Horta to Paral·lel?

There are 9 stops between Horta and Paral·lel on the L5. The stations are: Horta, Congrés, La Sagrera, Camp de l'Arpa, Sant Pau Dos de Maig, Plaça de Sants.

Horta To Paral·lel

ShortestShortest Route

Horta

Platform 2·underground·L5Towards Cornellà Centre

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

Congrés

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

La Sagrera

+5.31 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Camp de l'Arpa

+7.97 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+10.63 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Plaça de Sants

Arrive Platform 2·underground11.87 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

interchange Plaça de Sants — 5 min

Platform 2 · L1 ·Platform 1 Towards Fondo

+5 min

Plaça de Sants

Platform 1·underground·L1Towards Fondo

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

Hostafrancs

+2.59 min

2.59 min · 1.15 km

Espanya

green interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground2.3 km

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

interchange Espanya — 5 min

Platform 1 · L3 ·Platform 3 Towards Zona Universitària

+5 min

Espanya

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Poble Sec

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Paral·lel

purple interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground2.04 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

44 min

Total time

stops

16.21 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Horta	05:00	23:00	Towards Cornellà Centre
Paral·lel	05:00	00:00	Towards Horta

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

2.19 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.01 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€108

Auto

€224

Cab

€406

Estimates for 16.21 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Horta

underground

Horta, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Paral·lel

underground

Paral·lel, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Paral·lel exit 1· Paral·lel♿

Paral·lel exit 2· Paral·lel♿

Paral·lel exit 3· Paral·lel♿

Paral·lel exit 4· Paral·lel♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access