4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Alicante to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alicante to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Tarragona will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 9 buses that leave Alicante for Tarragona on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 342 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Alicante to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 342 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €84 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Tarragona buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 3:45 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 10:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 8:45 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h35 | 3:20 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h40 | 8:25 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h10 | 4:40 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alicante to Tarragona
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Buses from Alicante to Tarragona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €29 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 342 km distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 342 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Infobus, FlixBus from Alicante to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Tarragona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Alicante to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Tarragona by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Alicante, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses), Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant - Terminal 2 and Alicante, Estación de Autobuses. When arriving in Tarragona, you can end your route in coach stations like Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), Tarragona and Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses), which is located around 7.6 miles (12.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), located 0.6 miles (942 m) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Alicante to Tarragona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: C6
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