The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€229
Average price
€229
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Tarragona will cost around €229 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €229.
Of the 1 trains that leave Nîmes for Tarragona on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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 bus and train for Nîmes to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 395 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€137 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nîmes to Tarragona train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Tarragona trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:02 AM Nîmes | 4h19 | 11:21 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Tarragona
Trains from Nîmes to Tarragona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 395 km distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 395 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 17:46 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI from Nîmes to Tarragona trainsAVE, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Nîmes and Tarragona from €24. 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 Nîmes to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes 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.

When departing from Nîmes, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Nîmes and Nîmes, Gare Saint Cesaire. When arriving in Tarragona, you can end your journey in train stations like Tarragona and Tarragona.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Nîmes, which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Tarragona, located 0.6 miles (958 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nîmes to Tarragona
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
- MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans
- Cafe Pans
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
- Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm
- Hotel Peralta
- H10 Imperial Tarraco
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
- Bus lines: Empresa Plana
- Train lines: Alvia, Avant, AVE, Euromed, Intercity
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