NOVATEL bus transfers from Barcelona, Toulouse, Perpignan, Reus, Carcassonne and Girona
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On this page, you will find general information on how to get to Andorra by bus from all major airports, including the bus schedules and fares.  You can also reserve seats on the public bus and even rent a whole mini-bus with driver which is more economical for large parties.

General information:

In order to get to Andorra by bus, there are 2 options:

1) Take the public bus from or to Barcelona, Girona, Toulouse airports or >Toulouse train station to your hotel, holiday apartment or chalet.
2) Hire a private bus with a driver from all cites and airports right to your door or vice versa.

Check the pros and cons of each service before reserving.  You can reserve seats on the public bus or a private mini-bus bus directly on this web site. We will E-mail your tickets in 24 hours (working days).

Public daily bus service (NOVATEL)

Reservations for the public bus Reservation form for seats on the public bus We will send your confirmation in 24 hours, working days. Credit card needed as well as passport numbers, nationalities and names of all passengers.

Pros:

Cons:

• The schedules of the public bus service may not suit you.  You may, depending on the schedule, have to wait at the airport on your arrival or departure day.
• The bus will not wait for you if your flight is late.  Neither will it wait for you if you are late on your departure day.
• The public bus service only goes to Toulouse (airport and train station), Barcelona and Girona airports.
• The bus from Girona only stops at theAndorra bus station it does not go up to the villages.  A taxi service can be provided at an extra cost.
• The bus from Barcelona airport does not got to to Pas dela Casa.  A taxi service can be provided at an extra cost.

Prices and schedules for 2007-2008 (until September 2008)

* Resorts: all villages and ski resorts in Andorra apart from Andorra-la-Vella, such as Arinsal, Soldeu, La Massana, El Tarter etc.

Children:
Infants (0-3 years) travel free and Children (4-12 years) travel at half-price.

 

• All bookings made through us must be confirmed by us first. You will receive the corresponding vouchers via E-mail or fax.
• Bus service does not operate on the 25th December or the 1st January.
• Arrival times are approximate.  Buses can be delayed due to traffic, weather conditions etc. Arrival times at the resorts may vary according to the location of the resort.
• Departure times from the resorts in Andorra may vary according to the location of the resort.  Therefore, the departure time (from the resorts in Andorra) on your voucher may differ slightly compared to the departure time on the above schedule.  You will be given the EXACT time of departure from your resort when you reconfirm your return departure time and day by calling the bus company (+376) 803 789.  You must do this at least one working day before departure from Andorra. Failing to do so will mean that the bus will not come and pick you up! (applies to door-to-door transfers only). This is important as the departure times may vary according to traffic, time of day, snow conditions etc. Please be ready to leave at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure time. The bus may be early and won't wait.
• The NOVATEL bus stop at Barcelona airport is between terminals "A" and "B", on the other side of the road, under the 3 flags, opposite the Miró wall sculpture.
• The NOVATEL bus stop in Andorra-la-Vella is at the Andorra bus station.
• The NOVATEL bus stop at Toulouse airport is in front of arrival hall nº 1. For the Matabiau train station: right next door to the station (gare routière).
• The NOVATEL bus stop at Girona airport is in the parking lot for buses.
• Luggage: Maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person, not exceeding a total of 20 KG.  Luggage is NOT insured during transport and NOVATEL cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged luggage.
• NOVATEL cannot be responsible for passengers that miss their bus for not being at the pre-arranged place and time of departure.
• Late bus arrivals or departures: If you miss your plane due to late arrival or departure of the bus for whatever reason, you will not be entitled to a refund of any kind. NOVATEL cannot be held responsible for late arrivals due to traffic, accidents or weather conditions. In case of a break-down or accident, NOVATEL will provide another vehicle for the passengers to continue their trip. Under no circumstances will NOVATEL pay for passenger's expenses of any kind (taxis, hotels
• Passengers that do not present their voucher upon boarding the bus will have to buy a new ticket and will not be entitled to a refund.
• Cancellation fees: more than 48 hours: 10% of the price of the ticket, between 48 hours and 2 hours: 30% of the price of the ticket, thereafter and "no-shows: no refund.

Always ask the driver for your receipt.  It is the only document to give to the insurance company that proves that you were on the bus in case of an accident.
 

Pros:

• More convenient as the bus will pick you up and drop you off at any destination at the time you want, meaning that you avoid having to wait at the airport on your departure or arrival day. This service is especially recommended if you have children with you.
• The bus will take you directly to your apartment, your chalet or your hotel and pick you up again from there on your departure day.
• Door-to-door service from all airports (Girona, Barcelona, Toulouse, Reus, Girona, Carcassonne and Perpignan) and towns (such as Barcelona city centre) to all destinations in Andorra.
• The bus will not leave until the entire party is aboard.  In other words, it will wait for you if your flight is late for example.
• The public bus from Girona only goes to the Andorra bus station.  It does not go up to the villages.  The private bus, on the other hand, will take you directly to your chalet, apartment or hotel from all airports, including Girona.
• The public bus from Barcelona does not go to Pas de la Casa (about 45 min away).  The private bus does!

Cons:

The 2007-2008 prices below include the new 4% sales tax and are per bus, not per person.
 

Note 1: There is a supplement of 50,00 E for early departures/late arrivals.  This applies to flights arriving before 10:30 or departing after 18:00. 
Note 2: There is a supplement if you want to be picked up (or dropped off) in town instead of the airport.
Note 2: For transfers to Pas de la Casa from airports except Toulouse and Carcassonne: +100,00 Euros from 4 to 16 persons, +160,00 Euros from 17 to 55 persons
 

• All bookings made through us must be confirmed by us first. You will receive the corresponding vouchers via E-mail or fax.
• Bus service does not operate on the 25th December or the 1st January.
• You MUST reconfirm your departure time from or to airports by calling (+376) 803 789 at least one working day before departure.  Failing to do so will result in the non-refundable cancellation of the reservation.  Departure time may vary depending on snow conditions etc. You will be given the exact departure time when you call to reconfirm.
• Luggage: Maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person, not exceeding a total of 20 KG.  Luggage is NOT insured during transport and NOVATEL cannot be held responsible for lost or damaged luggage.
• Size of bus: the 7-seater bus has 7 seats but that leaves VERY little space for luggage. Same problem with the 11-seater.  If you are 6 persons with luggage, you'll have to reserve the 11-seater and if you are 10 persons, you'll have to reserve the 16-seater depending on the amount of of luggage you have.
• Cancellations: cancellations must be made at least one week in advance! Cancellations must be made at least one week in advance!  Any cancellations made thereafter or "no-shows" will NOT be refunded.
• Late bus arrivals or departures: If you miss your plane due to late arrival or departure of the bus for whatever reason, you will not be entitled to a refund of any kind. NOVATEL cannot be held responsible for late arrivals due to traffic, accidents or weather conditions. In case of a break-down or accident, NOVATEL will provide another vehicle for the passengers to continue their trip. Under no circumstances will NOVATEL pay for passenger's expenses of any kind (taxis, hotels..)

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