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Driving and Speed Limits in Barcelona

Driving and Speed Limits in Barcelona

The drivers in Barcelona tend to be more disciplined than those in the rest of Spain. Traffic can get very dense but it is still relatively convenient to drive here.

In fact, it is easier to drive than to park in Barcelona. Parking lots are sparse and car parks are often full. Probably the best idea is to leave your car at Placa de les Glories - here the Metropark Park and Ride scheme gives you the possibility to park your car for EUR 10,40/day and unlimited Metro use included in price.

Car theft is an issue in Barcelona, especially if you arrive with doreign licence plates (or have a rented car for that matter). Always lock your vehicle and do not leave your valuables and documents inside when leaving.

For easier orientation use the two most important roads, Ronda de Litoral and Ronda de Dalt. You will be able to reach most places of interest from these semi-ring roads.

Speed limits in Barcelona, Spain

Speed in town50 km/h
Outside built-up areas/Highways90 km/h
Expressways/Motorways120 km/h

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100 km/h in a) one-way roads, b) roads with more than two lanes, or c) roads with shoulders at least 1,5 m wide; 90 km/h elsewhere. In two-way roads, cars and motorbikes are allowed to override the speed limit in 20 km/h in order to overtake a slower vehicle in a shorter amount of time.

Parking in Barcelona, Spain

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Toll Roads in Barcelona, Spain

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Alcohol Consumption Laws in Barcelona, Spain

Don't drink & drive.

Cellphone use in car during driving in Barcelona, Spain

Don't use cellphone when driving.

Headlights use in Barcelona, Spain

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Child seats in Barcelona, Spain

Always use child seats when driving.

Map of Car Rental Locations in Barcelona

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One way rentals are much cheaper if you buy open-jaw ticket to/from main European airports.


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