How long does it take from Poble Sec to Horta by metro?

The journey from Poble Sec to Horta takes approximately 42 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 15.19 km across 8 stops.

What is the metro fare from Poble Sec to Horta?

The token fare from Poble Sec to Horta 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 Poble Sec for Horta?

At Poble Sec, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Zona Universitària. Look for the electronic board showing "Zona Universitària".

What is the last train from Poble Sec to Horta?

The last train from Poble Sec towards Zona Universitària departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Horta back towards Poble Sec departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Poble Sec to Horta?

There are 8 stops between Poble Sec and Horta on the L3. The stations are: Poble Sec, Espanya.

Poble Sec To Horta

ShortestShortest Route

Poble Sec

Platform 2·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Espanya

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.02 km

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

interchange Espanya — 5 min

Platform 3 · L1 ·Platform 1 Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

+5 min

Espanya

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·L1Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

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

Hostafrancs

+2.59 min

2.59 min · 1.15 km

Plaça de Sants

Arrive Platform 2·underground2.3 km

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

interchange Plaça de Sants — 5 min

Platform 2 · L5 ·Platform 1 Towards Vall d'Hebron

+5 min

Plaça de Sants

Platform 1·underground·L5Towards Vall d'Hebron

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

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+13.45 min

13.45 min · 7.12 km

Camp de l'Arpa

+16.11 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

La Sagrera

+18.77 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Congrés

+21.42 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Horta

Arrive Platform 1·underground11.87 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

42 min

Total time

stops

15.19 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Poble Sec	05:00	23:00	Towards Zona Universitària
Horta	05:00	23:00	Towards Poble Sec

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

2.05 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.94 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~61 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€102

Auto

€212

Cab

€384

Estimates for 15.19 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Poble Sec

underground

Poble Sec, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Horta

underground

Horta, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines