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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
84 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Tarragona for Barcelona Estació de França on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
07:55PM1h29
Tarragona09:24PMBarcelona Estació de França
€81One-way
0 transfers
01:12PM1h42
Tarragona02:54PMBarcelona Estació de França
€81One-way
0 transfers
07:55PM1h29
Tarragona09:24PMBarcelona Estació de França
€81One-way
0 transfers
01:12PM1h42
Tarragona02:54PMBarcelona Estació de França
€81One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 84 km
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1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:50 PM
Last updated at 10:50 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:12 PM Tarragona | 1h42 | 2:54 PM Barcelona Estació de França | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:55 PM Tarragona | 1h29 | 9:24 PM Barcelona Estació de França | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França
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Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 07:57 |
Last train 20:17 |
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
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Avant, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França trainsRenfe, Renfe Avant, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
€7
Renfe frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Renfe Avant
About
Renfe AVANT is a high-speed, medium-distance passenger rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company. These trains provide comfortable and efficient travel on shorter routes, typically less than two hours, connecting different provinces within the same or neighboring autonomous communities. AVANT services operate on high-speed lines, reaching speeds of up to 250 km/h, though some sources mention speeds up to 300 km/h. AVANT trains, such as the series 104, 114, and 121, generally offer a single class configuration (Standard Class or Turista) with air-conditioned comfort. While they may lack some features of longer-distance AVE trains, like a full restaurant car, many have vending machines for snacks and drinks, and some AV City branded services include a cafeteria. Popular routes include Madrid to Toledo, Barcelona to Girona, and Seville to Cordoba.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Renfe Avant frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
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 service with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be muzzled and require ticket
Quiet zone
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
Renfe ALVIA frequency
4 a day
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
AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Price
€23
AVE frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Renfe AVLO
About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
€7
Renfe AVLO frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 39m
Cheapest Price
€10
Renfe Viajeros frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França
FAQs: Travel by train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França.
Cheap train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França can start from as little as €1 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França is €7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França train travel time is 34 min for the 83 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França leaves at 11: 45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França leaves at 20: 18.
There are 6 trains a day from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França which require at least one change with Renfe Regional Exprés or Renfe REGIONAL. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França, you can count on Renfe Regional Exprés or Renfe REGIONAL for the best way to get you to Barcelona Estació de França. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 18.
A day trip to Barcelona Estació de França from Tarragona is worth doing with a journey time of 34 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França by train is February.
You have options as you can travel from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França
Tarragona
Barcelona
The major train station for departures in Tarragona is Camp de Tarragona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Camp de Tarragona for your trip from Tarragona to Barcelona.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
Distance to city center
1 kmDining
- MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans
- Cafe Pans
Accessibility
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
Hotel
- Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm
- Hotel Peralta
- H10 Imperial Tarraco
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
Public transit options for Camp de Tarragona
- Bus lines: Empresa Plana
- Train lines: Alvia, Avant, AVE, Euromed, Intercity
Tarragona
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalThe major train station for arrivals in Barcelona is Barcelona Estació De França. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona Estació De França for your journey to Barcelona from Tarragona.
Barcelona Estació De França
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalMost popular train connections from Tarragona
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