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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Of the 8 buses that leave Barcelona for Tarragona on Sun, Dec 07, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 1 h 20 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 train and bus for Barcelona to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 82 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€11 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tarragona buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Tarragona
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Buses from Barcelona to Tarragona run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €8 by train.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 82 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Empresa Plana from Barcelona to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Tarragona with Alsa, Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Empresa Plana for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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 Barcelona, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) and El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0). When arriving in Tarragona, you can end your route in coach stations like Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses and Tarragona.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Tarragona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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