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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França

Showing times and prices for Aug 03

Cheapest price

€9

Average price

€9

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

1 h 55 m

Trains per day

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 €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Tarragona for Barcelona Estació de França on Mon, Aug 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.

8:26 PM2h21
Tarragona
10:47 PMBarcelona Estació de França
€91One-way
0 transfers
9:26 PM1h28
Tarragona
10:54 PMBarcelona Estació de França
€91One-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 €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. 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: 84 km

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Most popular Train	Bus
€9 Average price Cheapest	€12 Average price
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França train times

The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
	8:26 PM Tarragona	2h21	10:47 PM Barcelona Estació de França	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Renfe as well as Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE and more offer trains services from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França.

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Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO or AVE to find the best option for your trip from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França

Spain

Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 20:26, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 39m.

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 3m

Cheapest ticket price

€8

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

39m

First train

8:26 PM

Last train

9:26 PM

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Fri

Price information

Train companies: Renfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França trainsRenfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França from €8. 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

€6

Renfe frequency

16 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

Learn more about Renfe

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

5 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

Average Duration

1h 4m

Cheapest Price

€18

Renfe ALVIA frequency

5 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

39m

Cheapest Price

€18

AVE frequency

12 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

Learn more about AVE

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

Rodalies de Catalunya

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 25m

Cheapest Price

€10

Rodalies de Catalunya frequency

1 a day

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 28m

Cheapest Price

€11

Renfe Viajeros frequency

12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França

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

Cheap train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França is €9; 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 Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França is 39m to travel the 84 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 Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França leaves at 8:26 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França leaves at 9:26 PM.

Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França with Renfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França, you can count on Renfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros for the best way to get you to Barcelona Estació de França. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Barcelona Estació de França from Tarragona is worth doing with a journey time of 39m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tarragona and Barcelona Estació de França including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Tarragona to Barcelona Estació de França

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

Departure train stations in Tarragona

Arrival train stations in Barcelona

Camp de TarragonaMas L Hereuet, S/N, 43765 La Secuita, Spain+34 912432343 Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Camp de Tarragona from Tarragona city centre

Camp de Tarragona is 1 km from Tarragona city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus12m · €2 · every ~1 min

14m · €2 · every ~1 min

18m · €3 · every ~1 min

Camp de Tarragona train station facilities and services

Camp de Tarragona has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans, Cafe Pans

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15, Sun: 06:30 - 23:15.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Camp de Tarragona: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Camp de Tarragona: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Camp de Tarragona: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm, Hotel Peralta, H10 Imperial Tarraco.

More about Camp de Tarragona

Tarragona43004 Tarragona, Spain Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Tarragona from Tarragona city centre

TrainR14, R16, R17, R15 · 1h 20m · €13

Avn, Eur, Alv, Ic, 9725 · 1h 21m · €18 · every ~2 min

Re, Ic · 1h 22m · €12

Bus2h 2m · €25 · every ~2 min

Vilanova-Tarragona · 2h 46m · €13 · every ~2 min

Tarragona train station facilities and services

Tarragona has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.