Quick answer
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO) sits about 12 km outside Girona city (Girona City Council), northeast of Barcelona. If you are heading to Girona, the airport has an official taxi rank where cars run on the meter under the regulated interurban tariff, and a Sagalés coach (line 607) runs to Girona bus station. If Barcelona is your final destination, the Sagalés coach (line 604) runs direct to Barcelona Nord station (Estació del Nord) in about 75 minutes, with a EUR 35 return ticket, and Aena lists departures about 20-25 minutes after each flight arrives. A pre-booked private transfer is another option, priced at booking (see the live From price on this page).
GRO is a compact airport. The coach to Barcelona is timed around flights rather than running continuously.
Fixed-price private transfer
GRO Girona City Center
From€58for 2 passengers
4 passengers: €72 per vehicle, about €18 per person
- Fixed price, no meter
- Flight tracked
- 60 min free waiting
- Driver meets you at arrivals
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup
Other destinations
What actually happens after landing
GRO is a small airport, so you can be outside quickly. The key thing to know is that the Barcelona coach schedule is tied to flight arrivals rather than running continuously, and the taxi rank is a single official stand, so if several flights land together expect a wait.
Transport options explained honestly
| Option | Destination | Price (EUR) | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coach (Sagalés, line 607) | Girona bus station | Check Sagalés | Check Sagalés timetable | Airport to Girona bus station |
| Coach (Sagalés, line 604) | Barcelona Nord station | 35.00 return (valid 30 days) | About 75 min | Leaves from the airport bus parking; arrives at Estació del Nord, platforms 28 and 29 |
| Taxi | Girona city centre | Metered, regulated tariff | Depends on traffic | Official airport taxi rank |
| Taxi | Barcelona | Metered on the same per-km scale; ask for an estimate first | Depends on traffic | Intercity tariff plus supplements |
| Private transfer | Girona city | Quoted at booking | Depends on traffic | Pre-booked |
| Private transfer | Barcelona | Quoted at booking | Depends on traffic | Pre-booked |
| Rental car | Self-drive | Varies by season and company | n/a | Several companies operate at the airport |
The Sagalés coach to Barcelona is timed to flights: Aena lists departures about 20-25 minutes after each flight arrives. The line 607 coach connects the airport with Girona bus station, and from Girona you can continue by rail or bus.
Realistic pricing expectations
Girona airport taxis run on the meter under the regulated interurban tariff. The 2026 tariff (Generalitat of Catalonia order TER/215/2025, as listed by Girona City Council) is EUR 0.82 per km on weekdays between 08:00 and 20:00, and EUR 0.89 per km from 20:00 to 08:00, on Saturdays and on public holidays, with a minimum fare of EUR 7.25 (EUR 7.90 at the higher rate), a EUR 4.60 airport supplement, and another EUR 4.60 if there are more than four passengers. Luggage within the regulated space is free. Aena notes that the meter does not include supplements that may apply. The fare therefore depends on the distance and the time of day, so ask the driver for an estimate before you set off and let the meter govern.
For Barcelona-bound passengers, the Sagalés coach (EUR 35 return, valid 30 days) is the published fare we found; we did not find a one-way price. A private transfer has a price quoted at booking (see the live From price on this page), which can be shared among a group. A taxi to Barcelona is charged on the same per-km scale plus supplements; confirm the figure with the driver before getting in.
For Costa Brava resort towns, the same per-km scale applies to the distance run plus the airport supplement. Pre-booked transfers to coastal towns are priced at booking; see the live From price on this page.
Late night arrivals
The Sagalés coach to Barcelona is timed around flight arrivals, so check the Sagalés timetable for your specific flight before relying on it late in the evening. The airport has an official taxi rank, but availability may be limited when several flights land close together. If you land late, a pre-booked transfer is one way to have transport arranged in advance: ask at booking whether flight tracking is included, and confirm the price quoted.
Families and luggage
The Sagalés coach has luggage space, but families with strollers and multiple bags may find a private transfer or taxi less stressful.
If you need a child car seat, request it when you book a private transfer and give the child's age and weight so the right type is provided. Do not assume a taxi at the rank will have one.
For groups heading to Barcelona with lots of luggage, compare the cost of a private minivan transfer, split between several people, with the coach fare per person.
Where you meet the driver
Taxis wait at the official taxi rank at the airport. Pre-booked transfer drivers' meeting point is stated in your booking confirmation.
The Sagalés coaches to Barcelona leave from the airport bus parking.
Decision helper
Going to Girona city? Take the Sagalés coach (line 607) if you travel light, or a metered taxi for comfort.
Going to Barcelona? The direct Sagalés coach to Estació del Nord (EUR 35 return) is the published public option. For a group, compare a private transfer quote with the coach fare per person.
Going to Costa Brava beaches? Pre-book a transfer or rent a car. Aena lists separate Sagalés and Moventis coach lines to Costa Brava towns, but check the timetables.
Arriving late? Check the coach timetable for your flight, or book a transfer in advance.
Travelling with kids? Pre-book a transfer and request a child seat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Girona Airport from Girona city centre?
About 12 km outside the city (Girona City Council).
How far is Girona Airport from Barcelona?
The Sagalés coach from the airport to Barcelona Nord takes about 75 minutes. Taxi and car journey times depend on traffic.
Is there a train from Girona Airport?
Aena lists car, bus and taxi as the ways to reach the airport. A Sagalés coach (line 607) runs to Girona bus station, and from Girona you can continue by rail or bus.
How much is a taxi from Girona Airport to the city?
Taxis run on the meter under the regulated interurban tariff: EUR 0.82 per km on weekdays between 08:00 and 20:00 and EUR 0.89 per km from 20:00 to 08:00, on Saturdays and on holidays, plus a EUR 4.60 airport supplement (2026 tariff), with a minimum fare of EUR 7.25 or EUR 7.90. The meter governs, so ask the driver for an estimate before you set off.
Does the airport bus run at night?
The Barcelona coach is timed to flight arrivals (Aena lists departures about 20-25 minutes after each flight arrives). For late flights, check the Sagalés timetable or arrange a transfer in advance.
Can I get a taxi from Girona Airport to Barcelona?
Aena states that taxis at the official airport rank have a taximeter for journeys to towns in the province and to Barcelona. It is charged on the per-km scale plus supplements, so confirm an estimate with the driver before departure. The Sagalés coach (EUR 35 return) does the same journey.
How much is the bus from Girona Airport to Barcelona?
The Sagalés coach to Barcelona Nord costs EUR 35 for a return ticket valid 30 days and takes about 75 minutes. We did not find a one-way fare, so check Sagalés.
Where does the Sagalés coach to Barcelona stop?
It leaves from the airport bus parking and ends at Estació del Nord in Barcelona (platforms 28 and 29), about a ten-minute walk from Plaça Catalunya according to Sagalés.
Are there car rentals at Girona Airport?
Yes. Several car hire companies operate at the airport. Rates vary with season and demand, so compare for your dates.
Girona-Costa Brava Airport is small and straightforward. The main decision is whether you are heading to Girona or Barcelona. For Girona, the coach or a metered taxi will do. For Barcelona, weigh the coach fare against the convenience of a private transfer, especially for groups.
Sources (checked 2026-10-17)
- Girona interurban taxi tariff 2026 (0.82 / 0.89 EUR per km, minimum fares 7.25 / 7.90 EUR, airport supplement 4.60 EUR, more than four passengers 4.60 EUR, luggage within the regulatory space free): https://web.girona.cat/mobilitat/taxis
- Interurban taxi order TER/215/2025 (DOGC, tariffs and supplements): https://web.girona.cat/documents/20147/271997/tarifes-taxis-interurba-2026.pdf
- Airport taxi rank and taximeter (meter excludes supplements; intercity fare approved by the Generalitat de Catalunya): https://www.aena.es/en/girona-costa-brava/getting-there/taxi.html
- Airport coach lines (Barcelona departures about 20-25 minutes after each flight arrives; Girona; Costa Brava): https://www.aena.es/en/girona-costa-brava/getting-there/bus.html
- Sagales airport to Barcelona centre, line 604 (35 EUR return, about 75 min, Estacio del Nord platforms 28 and 29): https://www.sagales.com/es/excursion/17/transfer-aeropuerto-de-girona-barcelona-centro
- Sagales tickets and prices (Barcelona-Girona Airport return ticket 35 EUR, valid 30 days): https://www.sagales.com/en/tickets_and_prices
- Sagales line 607 Girona bus station to Girona airport: https://www.sagales.com/en/linia/607
- Airport about 12 km from Girona, car hire, taxi rank, coach to Girona bus station: https://www.girona.cat/turisme/eng/transports_avio.php