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 Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€106

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€107

Fastest journey on Sep 17

16 h 30 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

16 h 30 m

Buses on Sep 17

2

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 €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.

Fast buses

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 2 buses from Marbella to Tarragona, including 2 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 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 Thu, Sep 17 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
    10:50 PM16h30
    Marbella
    3:20 PMTarragona
    1061One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alsa
    9:50 PM16h30
    Marbella
    2:20 PMTarragona
    1081One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Marbella to Tarragona

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €49, while a bus costs an average of €114.

Distance: 737 km

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Bus
Flight
Driving

€114

Average price

€49

Average price

Cheapest

€147

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 34m

Average total duration

16h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 37m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 40m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Alsa

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Vueling

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Marbella to Tarragona is a flight with an average price of €49.

This is compared to other travel options from Marbella to Tarragona:

A flight is €65 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marbella to Tarragona costing on average €114.

The fastest way to travel from Marbella to Tarragona is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 37m.

Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:

Bus takes on average 16h 4m.

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

Live departures

Marbella to Tarragona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Tarragona buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Alsa9:50 PM Marbella
16h30
2:20 PM Tarragona0 transfersDirect
Alsa10:50 PM Marbella
16h30
3:20 PM Tarragona0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Marbella to Tarragona buses with Omio?

Alsa operates all buses services from Marbella to Tarragona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Marbella to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Marbella to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

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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 16h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €107 but you can travel from only €26 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 16h 30m.

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 €26
Distance
737 km
Average bus duration
16h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
€107
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
16h 30m
First bus
1:30 PM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Mon
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 €26

Bus providers: Alsa from Marbella to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Marbella to Tarragona with Alsa for as low as €26. 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
16h 30m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€107
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.

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
Cheap coach tickets from Marbella to Tarragona can start from as little as €107 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Marbella to Tarragona is €114; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Marbella to Tarragona is 16h 30m to travel the 737 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
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.
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.
A trip to Tarragona from Marbella is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 16h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Marbella to Tarragona is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Marbella and Tarragona including taking a bus and flight.
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 Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
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.

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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