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

The journey from Zona Universitària to Alfons X takes approximately 48 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 17.72 km across 11 stops.

What is the metro fare from Zona Universitària to Alfons X?

The token fare from Zona Universitària to Alfons X 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 Zona Universitària for Alfons X?

At Zona Universitària, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Zona Universitària. Look for the electronic board showing "Zona Universitària".

What is the last train from Zona Universitària to Alfons X?

The last train from Zona Universitària towards Zona Universitària departs at 00:00 on weekdays. The last train from Alfons X back towards Zona Universitària departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Zona Universitària to Alfons X?

There are 11 stops between Zona Universitària and Alfons X on the L3. The stations are: Zona Universitària, Palau Reial, Maria Cristina, Les Corts, Plaça del Centre, Sants Estació.

Zona Universitària To Alfons X

ShortestShortest Route

Zona Universitària

Platform 1·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Palau Reial

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Maria Cristina

+4.7 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Les Corts

+7.07 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Plaça del Centre

+9.42 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Sants Estació

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground5.11 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

Sagrada Família

purple interchange

+18.76 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Verdaguer

yellow interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground10.68 km

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

interchange Verdaguer — 5 min

Platform 3 · L4 ·Platform 1 Towards La Pau

+5 min

Verdaguer

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·L4Towards La Pau

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

Joanic

+2.26 min

2.26 min · 0.97 km

Alfons X

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.93 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

48 min

Total time

stops

17.72 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

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

2.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.10 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~71 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€116

Auto

€242

Cab

€440

Estimates for 17.72 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure 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

Arrival station

Alfons X

underground

Alfons X, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines