How long does it take from Poble Sec to Vall d'Hebron by metro?

The journey from Poble Sec to Vall d'Hebron takes approximately 44 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 16.38 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Poble Sec to Vall d'Hebron?

The token fare from Poble Sec to Vall d'Hebron 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 Vall d'Hebron?

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 Vall d'Hebron?

The last train from Poble Sec towards Zona Universitària departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Vall d'Hebron back towards Poble Sec departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Poble Sec to Vall d'Hebron?

There are 9 stops between Poble Sec and Vall d'Hebron on the L3. The stations are: Poble Sec, Espanya.

Poble Sec To Vall d'Hebron

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

Congrés

+21.42 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Horta

+24.08 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Vall d'Hebron

Arrive Platform 1·underground13.06 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

16.38 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Poble Sec	05:00	23:00	Towards Zona Universitària
Vall d'Hebron	05:00	00:00	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

2.21 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.02 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~66 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€108

Auto

€226

Cab

€410

Estimates for 16.38 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Hospital de BellvitgeFondo

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Zona UniversitàriaTrinitat Nova

La PauTrinitat Nova

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

Vall d'Hebron

underground

Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Vall d'Hebron exit 1· Hospital Vall d'Hebron♿

Vall d'Hebron exit 2· Hospital Vall d'Hebron♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines