The cheapest and fastest buses from Valencia to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valencia to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Tarragona will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 9 buses that leave Valencia for Tarragona on Sun, Feb 22, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 22 the direct buses cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, Feb 22 the slowest buses will take 3 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.







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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Valencia to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 229 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€25 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €144 Average price |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg 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.
Live departures
Valencia to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Tarragona buses for today, Saturday, February 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 11:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 3h50 | 3:20 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 3h55 | 8:25 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, February 22 | |||||
Normal | 1:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 3h10 | 4:40 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:15 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 3h45 | 10:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Valencia to Tarragona by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Valencia to Tarragona
Buses from Valencia to Tarragona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 229 km distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 229 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 02:25 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus from Valencia to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Valencia to Tarragona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Valencia to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Valencia to Tarragona
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 8, 79, 95 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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