How long does it take from Vallcarca to Mercat Nou by metro?

The journey from Vallcarca to Mercat Nou takes approximately 45 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 17.28 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Vallcarca to Mercat Nou?

The token fare from Vallcarca to Mercat Nou 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 Mercat Nou?

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 Mercat Nou?

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

How many stops from Vallcarca to Mercat Nou?

There are 7 stops between Vallcarca and Mercat Nou on the L3. The stations are: Vallcarca, Lesseps, Fontana, Diagonal.

Vallcarca To Mercat Nou

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

Arrive Platform 2·underground13.06 km

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

interchange Plaça de Sants — 5 min

Platform 2 · L1 ·Platform 2 Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

+5 min

Plaça de Sants

Platform 2·underground·L1Towards Hospital de Bellvitge

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

Mercat Nou

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.15 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

17.28 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

2.33 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.07 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~69 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€114

Auto

€238

Cab

€430

Estimates for 17.28 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

Hospital de BellvitgeFondo

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Zona UniversitàriaTrinitat Nova

La PauTrinitat Nova

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

Mercat Nou

underground

Mercat Nou, Barcelona, Spain

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines