How long does it take from Maria Cristina to Diagonal by metro?

The journey from Maria Cristina to Diagonal takes approximately 40 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 17.32 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Maria Cristina to Diagonal?

The token fare from Maria Cristina to Diagonal 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 Maria Cristina for Diagonal?

At Maria Cristina, 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 Maria Cristina to Diagonal?

The last train from Maria Cristina towards Trinitat Nova departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Diagonal back towards Maria Cristina departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Maria Cristina to Diagonal?

There are 7 stops between Maria Cristina and Diagonal on the L3. The stations are: Maria Cristina, Les Corts, Plaça del Centre, Sants Estació.

Maria Cristina To Diagonal

ShortestShortest Route

Maria Cristina

Platform 1·underground·L3Towards Trinitat Nova

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

Les Corts

+2.37 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Plaça del Centre

+4.72 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Sants Estació

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

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

interchange Sants Estació — 5 min

Platform 1 · L5 ·Platform 3 Towards Cornellà Centre

+5 min

Sants Estació

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·L5Towards Cornellà Centre

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

Plaça de Sants

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+16.11 min

13.45 min · 7.12 km

Hospital Clínic

+25.25 min

9.14 min · 4.75 km

Diagonal

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14.25 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

40 min

Total time

stops

17.32 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Maria Cristina	05:00	23:00	Towards Trinitat Nova
Diagonal	05:00	00:00	Towards Maria Cristina

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

2.34 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.07 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~69 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€114

Auto

€238

Cab

€432

Estimates for 17.32 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Maria Cristina

underground

Maria Cristina, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Diagonal

underground

Diagonal, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Diagonal exit 1· Diagonal♿

Diagonal exit 2· Diagonal♿

Diagonal exit 3· Diagonal♿

Diagonal exit 4· Diagonal♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access