4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tarragona will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 11 buses that leave Madrid for Tarragona on Mon, Dec 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 6 h 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, flight, and bus for Madrid to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €54.
Distance: 424 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price | €196 Average price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg 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
Madrid to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tarragona buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:00 PM Madrid | 5h50 | 9:50 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Madrid | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 PM Madrid | 6h00 | 10:30 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 PM Madrid | 6h10 | 10:50 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Madrid | 6h00 | 1:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
 Normal+ Normal | 11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h06 | 9:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| Normal+Normal | 12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 9h20 | 9:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+Normal | 12:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h05 | 9:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+Normal | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h50 | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 9h30 | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+Normal | 7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h15 | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Tarragona
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Buses from Madrid to Tarragona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €18 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 424 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 424 km |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Hife from Madrid to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Tarragona with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Hife for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4. When arriving in Tarragona, you can end your journey 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 Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 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 Madrid to Tarragona
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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