How long does it take from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca by metro?

The journey from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca takes approximately 45 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 19.69 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca?

The token fare from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca 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 Can Boixeres for Vallcarca?

At Can Boixeres, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Vall d'Hebron. Look for the electronic board showing "Vall d'Hebron".

What is the last train from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca?

The last train from Can Boixeres towards Vall d'Hebron departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Vallcarca back towards Can Boixeres departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Can Boixeres to Vallcarca?

There are 9 stops between Can Boixeres and Vallcarca on the L5. The stations are: Can Boixeres, Collblanc, Sants Estació, Plaça de Sants, Sant Pau Dos de Maig, Hospital Clínic, Diagonal.

Can Boixeres To Vallcarca

ShortestShortest Route

Can Boixeres

Platform 1·underground·L5Towards Vall d'Hebron

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

Collblanc

+2.65 min

2.65 min · 1.18 km

Sants Estació

green interchange

+5.31 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+21.42 min

13.45 min · 7.12 km

Hospital Clínic

+30.56 min

9.14 min · 4.75 km

Diagonal

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground16.62 km

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

interchange Diagonal — 5 min

Platform 3 · L3 ·Platform 1 Towards Zona Universitària

+5 min

Diagonal

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

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

Fontana

+2.35 min

2.35 min · 1.02 km

Lesseps

+4.72 min

2.37 min · 1.03 km

Vallcarca

Arrive Platform 1·underground3.07 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

45 min

Total time

stops

19.69 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Can Boixeres	05:00	23:00	Towards Vall d'Hebron
Vallcarca	05:00	23:00	Towards Can Boixeres

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

2.66 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.22 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~79 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€128

Auto

€266

Cab

€484

Estimates for 19.69 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Can Boixeres

underground

Can Boixeres, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Vallcarca

underground

Vallcarca, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines