Getting There and Away

Written by Celine Fournier, David Garcia, Javier Garcia
31/08/2025
Stunning view of the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, showcasing modern architecture under a dynamic sky.
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Valencia is served by Valencia Airport (VLC), two main train stations (Joaquín Sorolla for high-speed and Estación del Norte for regional services), a central bus station, and the Port of Valencia for sea travel.

By Air:

Valencia Airport (VLC) is located 8-9 km from the city center. It offers direct flights from many European cities with airlines such as Ryanair, Vueling, Wizz Air, Iberia, easyJet, and Eurowings. Flight times from cities like London average around 2 hours 23 minutes, with one-way fares potentially starting from as low as £17-€17 from destinations such as Cork, Manchester, Lisbon, or Birmingham.

  • From Valencia Airport to City Center::
  • Metro:: Lines 3 and 5 connect the airport to central stations like Xàtiva or Colón in about 15-20 minutes. A single fare is €4.80, plus a €1 card cost.
  • Aerobus Shuttle:: This service reaches the city center in approximately 20 minutes.
  • MetroBus Route 150:: Travels to central Valencia in 30-45 minutes, costing €4.80 (cash only) and operating Monday to Saturday.
  • Taxi/Ride-share:: Taxis are readily available and typically cost €20-€25 for a 15-20 minute journey to the city center. Ride-share services like Uber and Cabify also operate from the airport.
  • Car Rental:: Several companies, including Record Go, Centauro, and Hertz, have facilities at the airport, with daily rates starting from around $8.77-$11.

By Train:

High-speed trains (AVE, OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO) arrive at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla Station, connecting the city with major Spanish destinations.

  • Madrid to Valencia:: High-speed trains offer a direct journey taking between 1 hour 40 minutes and 2 hours, with tickets starting from approximately €6.85-€9. There are around 26-30 daily services.
  • Barcelona to Valencia:: Slower trains operate from Estación del Norte. For faster connections, travelers may consider connecting flights.

By Bus:

The Valencia Bus Station serves national and some international routes, with Alsa being a primary operator.

  • Madrid to Valencia:: Bus journeys take approximately 3.5 to 4.5 hours, with fares ranging from €9-€11 up to €40-€95.
  • Barcelona to Valencia:: The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes, with tickets available from €5 on some services. There are up to 21 daily services.

By Ferry:

The Port of Valencia offers ferry services to the Balearic Islands (Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca) and Mostaganem (Algeria), operated by companies like Baleària, Trasmed, and GNV.

  • Mallorca (Palma) to Valencia:: Crossings typically range from 6 hours 45 minutes to 10 hours. Passenger fares start from €14-€23, while transporting a standard car begins around €48 one-way.
  • Ibiza to Valencia:: The ferry trip usually takes 5-7 hours, with prices starting from about €50 during the low season.

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