Day trip from Tarragona to Barcelona by bus
How to get from Tarragona to Barcelona by bus?
There are 17 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 5m.
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Bus tickets to Tarragona
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Normal1:00 AM1h25Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord2:25 AMTarragona€111One-way0 transfers- Normal12:00 PM1h30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1:30 PMTarragona€111One-way0 transfers
- Normal7:00 PM1h30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:30 PMTarragona€111One-way0 transfers
Best day trips from Tarragona by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Tarragona are Barcelona, Sitges, Reus, Salou, and Cambrils. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Tarragona on Omio.
Day trip from Tarragona to Sitges by bus
Day trip from Tarragona to Reus by bus
How to get from Tarragona to Reus by bus?
The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 22:30.
Day trip from Tarragona to Salou by bus
How to get from Tarragona to Salou by bus?
The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:15.
Day trip from Tarragona to Cambrils by bus
How to get from Tarragona to Cambrils by bus?
The earliest bus runs at 05:55, the last at 22:00.
Popular buses to and from Tarragona
Popular buses to Tarragona
Barcelona to Tarragona bus
from €11
Direct buses available
1h05 average duration
16buses per day
Served by
- Plana
- Alsa
Barcelona Sants to Tarragona bus
from €11
Direct buses available
1h05 average duration
21buses per day
Served by
- Plana
- Alsa
Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona bus
from €11
Direct buses available
1h05 average duration
11buses per day
Served by
- Plana
- Alsa
Popular buses from Tarragona
Tarragona to Barcelona El Prat Airport bus
from €11
Direct buses available
1h05 average duration
11buses per day
Served by
- Plana
- Alsa
Tarragona to Valencia bus
from €23
Direct buses available
2h20 average duration
6buses per day
Served by
- Alsa
- Hife
Tarragona to Zaragoza bus
from €28
Direct buses available
2h45 average duration
4buses per day
Served by
- Hife
Bus providers: Plana, Alsa to BerlinTravel to Tarragona on Plana, Alsa buses with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Plana
About
Plana, also known as Empresa Plana or Bus Plana, is a prominent bus company in Catalonia, Spain, operating since 1964. It serves as a key public transportation provider in Barcelona and the Costa Dorada region, with main operational bases in Tarragona, Reus, Vilanova i la Geltrú, and Barcelona. Plana offers regular bus lines, including official transfers from Barcelona-El Prat and Reus airports to popular destinations like Salou, Cambrils, Tarragona, and La Pineda. The company boasts a modern fleet of over 550 vehicles, many equipped with amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and charging sockets. Plana also provides private bus services for events and excursions.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Plana Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Plana Price
€16
Plana frequency
25 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% 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; must be packed in a bike bag.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
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
1h 25m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€11
Alsa frequency
4 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.
bus station information and services
Bus stops in Tarragona
Check where to Tarragona buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
Tarragona
City-centre transport
Getting to Tarragona from Tarragona city centre
TrainR14, R16, R17, R15 · 1h 20m · €13
Avn, Eur, Alv, Ic, 9725 · 1h 21m · €18 · every ~2 min
Re, Ic · 1h 22m · €12
Bus2h 2m · €25 · every ~2 min
Vilanova-Tarragona · 2h 46m · €13 · every ~2 min
Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
City-centre transport
Getting to Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses from Tarragona city centre
Bus10m · €1
Nt3 · 35m · €4
L0808 · 32m
4 · 38m · €4 · every ~5 min
4 · 42m · €4 · every ~4 min
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial TàrracoTarragona, Carrer de Pere Martell, 1, 43005 Tarragona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco from Tarragona city centre
Bus54 · 4m · every ~7 min
Nt5 · 11m · €1
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco bus station facilities and services
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. ATMs are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Wheelchair access available.
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