Marbella to Tarragona bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Marbella to Tarragona

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€106
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€106
Fastest journey on Nov 02
16 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
16 h 30 m
Buses on Nov 02
1
Distance
737 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marbella to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Marbella to Tarragona will cost around €106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.

Fast buses

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 buses from Marbella to Tarragona, including 1 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 737 km distance in an average of 16 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 30 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 16 h 30 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.

  • Alsa
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Marbella to Tarragona

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Buses from Marbella to Tarragona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €106 but you can travel from only €29 by flight.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 737 km distance in 14h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €29
Distance
737 km
Average bus duration
15h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
€106
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
14h 45m
First bus
1:30 PM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Thu
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €29

Frequently asked questions about your Marbella to Tarragona trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Marbella to Tarragona.

Cheap coach tickets from Marbella to Tarragona can start from as little as €106 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Marbella to Tarragona is €109; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Marbella to Tarragona leaves at 1:30 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Marbella to Tarragona leaves at 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Marbella to Tarragona with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Marbella to Tarragona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Tarragona buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Alsa9:50 PM Marbella
16h30
2:20 PM Tarragona0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Marbella to Tarragona buses with Omio?

Alsa operates all buses services from Marbella to Tarragona.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Marbella to Tarragona.

Bus providers: Alsa from Marbella to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Marbella to Tarragona with Alsa for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
14h 45m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€106
Alsa frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Marbella and Tarragona

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Marbella to Tarragona, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Marbella and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Marbella to Tarragona for coach company Alsa.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Marbella to Tarragona:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Marbella to Tarragona depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Marbella to Tarragona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Marbella to Tarragona:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Marbella to Tarragona:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Marbella to Tarragona. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Marbella to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Marbella to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Marbella to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa.

FAQs: Bus from Marbella to Tarragona

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marbella and Tarragona including taking a bus and flight.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Marbella to Tarragona

Most Marbella to Tarragona buses use the Marbella, Estación de Autobuses to Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Marbella
Arrival bus stations in Tarragona
Marbella, Estación de Autobuses
City-centre transport

Getting to Marbella, Estación de Autobuses from Marbella city centre

BusL-82, L-79, L-80, L-70 · 7m · €1 · every ~3 min

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