How long does it take from Vallcarca to Zona Universitària by metro?

The journey from Vallcarca to Zona Universitària takes approximately 57 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 22.43 km across 12 stops.

What is the metro fare from Vallcarca to Zona Universitària?

The token fare from Vallcarca to Zona Universitària 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 Vallcarca for Zona Universitària?

At Vallcarca, 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 Vallcarca to Zona Universitària?

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

How many stops from Vallcarca to Zona Universitària?

There are 12 stops between Vallcarca and Zona Universitària on the L3. The stations are: Vallcarca, Lesseps, Fontana, Diagonal.

Vallcarca To Zona Universitària

ShortestShortest Route

Vallcarca

Platform 2·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Lesseps

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Fontana

+4.72 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Diagonal

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

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

interchange Diagonal — 5 min

Platform 1 · L5 ·Platform 3 Towards Cornellà Centre

+5 min

Diagonal

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·L5Towards Cornellà Centre

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

Hospital Clínic

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+11.8 min

9.14 min · 4.75 km

Plaça de Sants

+25.25 min

13.45 min · 7.12 km

Sants Estació

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14.25 km

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

interchange Sants Estació — 5 min

Platform 3 · L3 ·Platform 1 Towards Zona Universitària

+5 min

Sants Estació

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Plaça del Centre

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Les Corts

+4.7 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Maria Cristina

+7.07 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Palau Reial

+9.42 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Zona Universitària

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.11 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

57 min

Total time

stops

22.43 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Vallcarca	05:00	23:00	Towards Zona Universitària
Zona Universitària	05:00	00:00	Towards Vallcarca

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

3.03 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.39 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~90 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€144

Auto

€300

Cab

€544

Estimates for 22.43 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Vallcarca

underground

Vallcarca, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Zona Universitària

underground

Zona Universitària, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Zona Universitària exit 1· Zona Universitària area♿

Zona Universitària exit 2· Zona Universitària area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines