The cheapest and fastest buses from Salou to Tarragona
Cheapest price on Sep 14
€2
Average ticket price on Sep 14
€3
Fastest journey on Sep 14
10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
22 m
Buses on Sep 14
5
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salou to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Tarragona will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 5 buses from Salou to Tarragona, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct buses cover the 10 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest buses will take 40 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.
9:00 AM0h20Salou9:20 AMTarragona€21One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM0h10Salou7:50 PMTarragona€21One-way0 transfers
7:50 PM0h40Salou8:30 PMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM0h20Salou8:20 AMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
3:50 PM0h20Salou4:10 PMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM0h10Salou7:50 PMTarragona€21One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM0h20Salou9:20 AMTarragona€21One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM0h20Salou8:20 AMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
3:50 PM0h20Salou4:10 PMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
7:50 PM0h40Salou8:30 PMTarragona€31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salou to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salou to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, while a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 10 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€2 Average price Cheapest | €3 Average price | €3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration Fastest 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salou to Tarragona:
A bus is €0.83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salou to Tarragona costing on average €3.
Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 34m.
Live departures
Salou to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Tarragona buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Salou | 0h10 | 7:40 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Salou | 0h30 | 10:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Salou | 0h20 | 5:20 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Salou | 0h10 | 8:50 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 PM Salou | 0h20 | 9:30 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Salou to Tarragona by train or bus
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Why should you book Salou to Tarragona buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Hife?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Hife, but also compare tickets for the likes of Plana or Empresa Plana to find the best option for your trip from Salou to Tarragona.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Plana or Empresa Plana to find the best option for your trip from Salou to Tarragona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Salou to Tarragona.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salou to Tarragona
Buses from Salou to Tarragona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:11, the last at 23:16. The fastest bus covers the 10 km distance in 10m.
Distance 10 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10m |
First bus 7:11 AM |
Last bus 11:16 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Hife, Plana, Empresa Plana from Salou to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Salou to Tarragona with BlaBlaCar, Hife, Plana, Empresa Plana for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salou to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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.

- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Plana
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Plana
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Plana
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Plana
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Plana
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
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