Getting to Sitges
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From the Airport of from Barcelona
The majority of visitors to Sitges arrive via Barcelona's Aeroport del Prat, which is located some 20km from Sitges. To get to Sitges from the airport there are three options, train, bus and taxi... unless you are brave enough to rent your own car and drive on the Spanish motorways.
By Train - From the Airport
Update - May 2007
After 10.25 p.m. or 22.25 its best not to take the train from the Airport due to the extensive building work which takes place at that time. The Mon Bus is the best option which now leaves between Terminal B & C. Or you could take a taxi, which costs approximately EUR 50.
Also, after 22.25 trains do not stop at Paseo de Gracia returning to Sitges. You have to go to Plaza de Catalunya.
When you arrive at the airport, go through arrivals and follow the signs for the Train Station. You will see a long moving walkway that operates between both stations, however it hasn't worked in some time. Walk under it, directly to the station. You always have the option of getting the free shuttle bus to the train station but you can wind up waiting for some time. It is quicker to use your legs.
Get on the train and then get back off at the first stop. El Pratt de Llobregat station. This has been completely redesigned and is now underground. Take the train that says "Vilanova G" on the front. Watch the signs and get off at the Sitges Stop. It takes approximately 20 minutes.
By Train - From the Barcelona Centre
You need to get the train from Sants or Paseo de Gracia station. Journey time is currently running at 1 hour due to the extensive construction of a high-speed train line which is due to be completed in late 2007.
To get an exact timetable visit the official RENFE Site. This link will take you directly to the Barcelona timetable.
Update - December 2006 - By Train - From Madrid
Ten high speed trains a day now operate between Camp de Tarragona and Madrid. The journey takes three hours and costs 65.10 euros (tourist class) or 97.70 euros (preference class). Two more trains do the same journey each day in three and a quarter hours.
Taking advantage of the fact that the high speed line has now reached Roda de Barà, RENFE run a direct train service between Barcelona and Madrid three days a week (Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays) which take four hours.
In addition, two trains will make the journey on Friday,, one train will run on Mondays and from January 1, the service will operate on Sundays.
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By Bus from the Airport
Whilst not our favorite form of transport, getting the bus is probably the easiest way to get to Sitges. Take the 'Mon Bus' in between terminal A and B. The journey time is approximately 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic and the time of day you arrive. The following timetables are up-to-date as of Mar 2007.
Monday to Friday: Every hour from 07:40 to 22:40.
Saturdays: Every 2 hours. 08:40, 10:40, 13:40, 15:40, 18:40, 20:40, 22:40.
Sundays and Holidays: Every 4 hours. 9:40h, 13:40h, 17:40h, 21:40h.
By Bus from Barcelona Centre
Sitges is well by buses. Take Bus Number N30, from Ronda Universitat near Plaza Catalunya and from Gran Via next to Plaza Espana. The bus leaves every hour on the hour up until 4am, so you can party in Barcelona and still get the bus home.
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By Taxi from the Airport
Taxi's (normally Black and Yellow Mercedes) are lined up outside the arrivals hall. The average fare is approximately EUR 60 but you might find someone nice and cute to share the cost, if you are lucky. Make sure you have your destination written down clearly and hand it to the taxi driver. Otherwise he may "ms-interpret" you and take you on a round trip of Barcelona.
You then have 2 options to get to Sitges. You can take the "AutoPista" or "Por La Costa", the Motorway or via the cost road. The coast road is indeed very beautiful but can be quite a journey. However if it is your first time in Sitges then it is worth the trip, just to see how mad the Spanish boys are on their motorbikes. The views of the Mediterranean are spectacular. Allow 40 minutes for this journey. The alternative motorway option takes 20 minutes.
By Taxi from Barcelona Centre
You can hail a taxi from almost anywhere in the city. Expect the fare to cost between EUR 60 and EUR 80. Note the two options for getting to sitges in the paragraph above.
