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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€15
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 17
31
Distance
80 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Fast buses
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 31 buses from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants, including 31 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
Normal4:20 PM1h35Tarragona5:55 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€111One-way0 transfers- Normal9:25 PM1h35Tarragona11:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€111One-way0 transfers
- Normal11:00 AM1h30Tarragona12:30 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€111One-way0 transfers
normal8:50 AM1h25Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses10:15 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers- normal12:00 PM1h20Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses1:20 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2)€161One-way0 transfers
- normal7:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses8:05 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers
- normal10:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses11:05 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers
- normal8:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses9:05 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers
- normal4:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses5:05 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers
- normal11:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses12:05 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tarragona to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, while a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 80 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€15 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is a bus with an average price of €15.
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants costing on average €18.
The fastest way to travel from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is by train with an average journey time of 54m.
Other travel options to Barcelona Sants take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tarragona and Barcelona Sants including taking a train and bus.
Live departures
Tarragona to Barcelona Sants bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Barcelona Sants buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| normal | 4:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 5:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:50 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 6:35 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 8:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 9:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 9:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:50 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 10:15 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:50 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:30 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 10:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 11:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 10:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 11:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 12:05 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 12:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 12:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 1:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 12:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 1:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 2:40 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 2:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 4:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 4:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 5:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 1h35 | 5:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 6:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 6:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 7:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 6:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 7:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 8:30 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1h35 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Tarragona to Barcelona Sants buses with Omio?
Alsa as well as Plana or Empresa Plana offer buses services from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Plana or Empresa Plana to find the best option for your trip from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- 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 Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants
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Buses from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 80 km distance in 1h 5m.
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
Train from €4
Distance 80 km |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 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
Train from €4
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Plana, Empresa Plana from Tarragona to Barcelona SantsYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Barcelona Sants with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Plana, Empresa Plana for as low as €4. 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
1h 30m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€11
Alsa frequency
1 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.
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 10m
Cheapest Plana Price
€16
Plana frequency
21 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.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Empresa Plana
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Empresa Plana Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Empresa Plana Price
€19
Empresa Plana frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Bus from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is €15; 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 Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is 1h 5m to travel the 80 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 Tarragona to Barcelona Sants leaves at 9:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants leaves at 7:25 PM.
Yes, there are 17 direct coaches a day from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Plana, Empresa Plana. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Plana, Empresa Plana for the best way to get you to Barcelona Sants. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tarragona and Barcelona Sants and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Barcelona Sants from Tarragona is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tarragona and Barcelona Sants including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Plana
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants for coach company Alsa, Plana.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants 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.
- Plana
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Plana.
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 Tarragona to Barcelona Sants.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants:
- Alsa
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Plana
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Plana
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants with the following coach company: Alsa, Plana
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants with the following coach company: Alsa, Plana.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants with the following coach company: Alsa, Plana.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tarragona to Barcelona Sants
Most Tarragona to Barcelona Sants buses use the Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarragona and Barcelona Sants bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Tarragona
Arrival bus stations in Barcelona
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
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
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