The cheapest and fastest buses from Zaragoza to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zaragoza to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Tarragona will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 8 buses that leave Zaragoza for Tarragona on Sun, Mar 15, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest buses will take 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zaragoza to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. 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 €9, and a bus costs an average of €28.
Distance: 187 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€29 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zaragoza to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zaragoza to Tarragona buses for today, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 PM Zaragoza | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 15 | |||||
Normal | 6:10 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h10 | 9:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 12:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:00 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h30 | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Zaragoza to Tarragona by train or bus
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Why should you book Zaragoza 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 Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Zaragoza to Tarragona.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Zaragoza to Tarragona.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zaragoza to Tarragona
Buses from Zaragoza to Tarragona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 187 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 187 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 03:10 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Bus providers: Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Zaragoza to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Zaragoza to Tarragona with Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zaragoza to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaragoza 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zaragoza to Tarragona
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Cachirulo (0.5 km)
- La Miguería (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 34, 51, Ci1, Ci2 Train: Cercanías Zaragoza
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