The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Tarragona will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Valencia for Tarragona on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 229 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 39 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Valencia to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 229 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€32 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €151 Average price |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Valencia to Tarragona train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Tarragona trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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01152 | On time 2:02 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h26 | 4:28 PM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
01162 | On time 2:36 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h39 | 5:15 PM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
00694 | Delayed 4:34 PM 3:59 PMValencia-Estacio Del Nord | 3h04 | 7:33 PM 7:33 PMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
00460 | On time 4:30 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h51 | 7:21 PM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
18096 | On time 4:45 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 4h39 | 9:24 PM Tarragona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
01192 | On time 5:42 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h43 | 8:25 PM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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01072 | On time 5:30 AM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h35 | 8:05 AM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
01092 | On time 8:06 AM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 2h33 | 10:39 AM Camp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Tarragona
Trains from Valencia to Tarragona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe EUROMED, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Valencia to Tarragona trainsRenfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe EUROMED, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Valencia and Tarragona from €2. 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 Valencia to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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 Valencia, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla, Valencia-Estacio Del Nord and València Cabanyal. When arriving in Tarragona, you can end your trip in train stations like Tarragona and Camp de Tarragona.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Tarragona, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valencia to Tarragona
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Coffee Coffee
- The Pause – Lavazza
- Mon Orxata
- McDonald’s
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
- Petite Palace Ruzafa
- Hotel Conqueridor
- Senator Parque Central Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 27, 89, 90, free shuttle to Nord Station
- Metro lines: 3 and 5
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- Equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons)
- De pans
- Hiper Asia
- La Cervecería de la Estación
- Yummy
- Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
- Casual del Cine Valencia
- Vincci Lys
- AC Hotel Colon Valencia
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- In the lobby area.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Cercanias lines: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
- Train lines: Intercity, Media Distancia, Talgo, Regional, Regional Express
- 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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