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If you’ve decided that you want to enjoy a holiday in Andorra, whether in the winter for some thrilling skiing in Andorra or in the summer to enjoy the spectacular Pyrenean scenery, the next step is to work out how to get to Andorra. It’s easy enough to reach the microstate, even if Andorra doesn’t actually have an airport inside its own borders. And, in this guide to travelling to Andorra, we’ll outline all you need to know.
How to get to Andorra from London by plane?
If you’re in the United Kingdom, you may have already looked for UK to Andorra flights or, specifically, some London Andorra flights. And, you may be wondering why nothing is showing up. Well, the reason for that is the fact that Andorra doesn’t actually have an airport inside the microstate’s borders, as there simply isn’t space for one given all the mountainous terrain.
There is one “Andorra” airport in the nearby town of La Seu d'Urgell, called Andorra–La Seu d'Urgell Airport. However, this is in Spain. And, while it is just 18km away from the Andorran capital of Andorra la Vella, few airlines operate in the Andorra–La Seu d'Urgell Airport.
So, how can you get a London to Andorra flight? Well, by passing through one of the many nearby airports in Spain or France. And, the most common flight London to Andorra holidaymakers get is to the Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, before taking a bus from the Catalan city to Andorra or renting a car.
How to get to Andorra from London by train?
When it comes to a London to Andorra train, it’s a similar story given that there is no long-distance train station inside Andorra’s borders. That said, there is a train station in nearby France, the L'Hospitalet-près-l'Andorre train station. It is found 24km from the capital of Andorra la Vella and you can reach it from London by making just two changes. As such, it is sort of possible to travel from London to Andorra by train, if you discount the final 24km.
Which is the cheapest option to get to Andorra from London?
So, what is the cheapest way to travel from London to Andorra? Well, that would almost always be a flight to Barcelona and then a bus or rental car. The lack of UK to Andorra flights is more than made up for by the vast number of UK to Barcelona flights.
Then, once you’ve landed at the Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you’ll find at least six daily bus transfers from the airport to Andorra, while there are even more buses during the peak season. The bus takes approximately two to three hours, and tickets can usually be purchased for as little as €30.
Which is the fastest option to get to Andorra from London?
The fastest option to get to Andorra from London would be to take a London-Barcelona flight and then rent a car. This may be more expensive than catching the bus, however there are benefits to renting a car for once you arrive in Andorra, as you’d then be able to move around the principality more freely. Plus, there is car parking in Ordino Arcalís if you are staying at this resort.