The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Tarragona station
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona station will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 37 trains that leave Barcelona for Tarragona station on Fri, Jun 19, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
175054:03 PM1h09Barcelona Sants5:12 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
351055:06 PM1h39Barcelona Sants6:45 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
181336:03 PM1h11Barcelona Sants7:14 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
150198:03 PM1h09Barcelona Sants9:12 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
351016:36 AM1h55Barcelona Sants8:31 AMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
011311:00 PM1h03Barcelona Sants2:03 PMTarragona station€271One-way0 transfers
175054:03 PM1h09Barcelona Sants5:12 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
150198:03 PM1h09Barcelona Sants9:12 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
150618:33 AM1h09Barcelona Sants9:42 AMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
150219:33 PM1h09Barcelona Sants10:42 PMTarragona station€91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Tarragona station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Tarragona station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 82 km
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1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Tarragona station train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tarragona station trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18133 | 6:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 7:14 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15017 | 6:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 7:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15039 | 7:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 8:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18055 | On time 7:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 8:44 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15019 | 8:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 9:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
35107 | 8:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 9:44 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18135 | 9:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 10:14 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15021 | 9:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 10:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15023 | 10:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 11:14 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
18121 | 6:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 7:14 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15031 | 6:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 7:42 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
35101 | 6:36 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h55 | 8:31 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15001 | 7:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 8:12 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18123 | 7:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 8:44 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15003 | 8:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 9:12 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15061 | 8:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 9:42 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17501 | On time 9:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 10:12 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18093 | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 10:42 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15005 | On time 10:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 11:12 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15063 | On time 10:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 11:42 AM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15007 | 11:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 12:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18125 | 11:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 12:44 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15053 | 12:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 1:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15065 | 12:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 1:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
01131 | 1:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h03 | 2:03 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15009 | 1:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 2:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18127 | 1:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 2:44 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15033 | 2:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 3:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15011 | 2:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 3:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
35103 | 2:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h33 | 4:09 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18129 | 3:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 4:14 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15013 | 3:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 4:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
17505 | 4:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 5:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18131 | 4:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h11 | 5:44 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15015 | 5:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 6:12 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
35105 | 5:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h39 | 6:45 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
15035 | 5:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h09 | 6:42 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Tarragona station
Trains from Barcelona to Tarragona station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 82 km distance in 31m.
Distance 82 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY, AVE, Renfe AVANT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Tarragona station trainsRenfe, Renfe INTERCITY, AVE, Renfe AVANT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Tarragona station from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Tarragona station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Tarragona station by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tarragona station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Tarragona station
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators
- €1
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
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