Bilbao to Tarragona train with Renfe ALVIA

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Tarragona

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 07

Cheapest price on Sep 07

€64

Average ticket price on Sep 07

€64

Fastest journey on Sep 07

6 h 28 m

Average journey duration on Sep 07

6 h 28 m

Trains on Sep 07

1

Distance

419 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Tarragona will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.

Fast trains

On Mon, Sep 07, we found 1 trains from Bilbao to Tarragona, including 1 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 07 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .

On Mon, Sep 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.

  • Renfe ALVIA00437
    3:02 PM6h28
    Bilbao-Abando
    9:30 PMCamp de Tarragona
    641One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Bilbao to Tarragona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €63, while a bus costs an average of €82.

Distance: 419 km

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€63

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Cheapest

€82

Average price

€74

Average price

€89

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 47m

Average total duration

6h 17m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 36m

Average total duration

10h 6m

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30m

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4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 3m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 16m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Tarragona is a train with an average price of €63.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Tarragona:

A train is €11 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Tarragona costing on average €74.

A train is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Tarragona costing on average €82.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Tarragona is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 3m.

Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 17m.

Bus takes on average 10h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bilbao and Tarragona including taking a bus, train, and flight.

Live departures

Bilbao to Tarragona train times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Tarragona trains for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Renfe ALVIA1:02 PM Bilbao
6h28
7:30 PM Tarragona0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA2:02 PM Bilbao
6h28
8:30 PM Tarragona0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Tarragona

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Trains from Bilbao to Tarragona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €20 by flight.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 419 km distance in 6h 28m.

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
Flight from €20
Distance
419 km
Average train duration
6h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€25
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
6h 28m
First train
6:16 AM
Last train
8:27 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
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
Flight from €20

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Bilbao to Tarragona trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Bilbao and Tarragona from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
6h 28m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
€25
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Bilbao to Tarragona

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Tarragona 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Tarragona can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Tarragona is €63; 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 train from Bilbao to Tarragona is 6h 28m to travel the 419 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bilbao to Tarragona leaves at 6:16 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Bilbao to Tarragona leaves at 8:27 PM.
Yes,there are 1 direct trains a day from Bilbao to Tarragona with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bilbao to Tarragona, you can count on Renfe ALVIA for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Tarragona from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bilbao to Tarragona is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bilbao and Tarragona including taking a bus, train, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bilbao to Tarragona

Most Bilbao to Tarragona trains use the Bilbao-Abando to Camp de Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Tarragona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bilbao
Arrival train stations in Tarragona

Which Bilbao station do trains to Tarragona leave from?

Trains from Bilbao to Tarragona leave from Bilbao-Abando. The station is from Bilbao city centre at 48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain.
Bilbao-Abando48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao-Abando from Bilbao city centre

Bus03, 28, 30, 71, 72, 77, A1, A7, A9, G2 · 6m · €2 · every ~51 min
A3631, A3632 · 8m · €2 · every ~7 min
TramTr · 1m · €2 · every ~16 min

Bilbao-Abando train station facilities and services

Bilbao-Abando has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bilbao-Abando. Information desks are available at Bilbao-Abando.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao-Abando: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bilbao-Abando: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Abando.

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