Is there a way to reach Tarragona from Barcelona without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Tarragona from Barcelona by bus?

Traveling from Barcelona to Tarragona takes around 1h 20m on average, although the fastest bus will take 1h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 51 miles (82 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Barcelona and Tarragona?

Barcelona and Tarragona are 51 miles (82 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Tarragona?

If you're headed to Tarragona from Barcelona, chances are that your bus will depart from Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

The bus ticket costs $23 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $25, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Barcelona to Tarragona. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Barcelona and Tarragona is about 2h 10m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Tarragona before returning to Barcelona in the evening.

Barcelona to Tarragona Bus Tickets

TodayApr 25

from $13

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Barcelona
Departure location: Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Arrival time: April 26 at 1:30pm
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Barcelona
Departure location: Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:30pm
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Barcelona
Departure location: Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Arrival time: April 26 at 8:30pm
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 30m

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Bus Barcelona to Tarragona: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$23

Average bus trip duration1h 20m

Number of daily buses27

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance46 miles (73 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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BusPlana

4/595 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.4

According to 12 reviews, BusPlana received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the departure location. BusPlana ticket prices on this trip start at $23.00

Busplana Barcelona Tarragona recent customer reviews

Very nice driver, let me come with him eaelier than I had a ticket for. 5 stars for Busplana!

ŻAneta Ż.

October 3, 2019

Wrong pickup point displayed . Bus driver was rude

David C.

November 2, 2019

ALSA

4.5/559,044 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 59 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $17.00

ALSA Barcelona Tarragona recent customer reviews

The bus was so lovely and it wasn’t a big inconvenience that it was late. The driver was very helpful and spoke enough English to help us out and was generously answering many questions we had.

Poppy R.

July 25, 2019

we were late due to an accident that caused the driver to take an alternate route. no problem...

Phillip V.

April 17, 2018

When i tried to catch the bus from Tarragona to Barcelona, the bus was late almost 30mins. It was supposed to be 9:10pm for departure to BCN, but finally our bus showed up around 9:40pm. But there was no information staff to ask and no notification sign about late departure. All people waited there might understood after all the situation happened as traffic jam something, but, while waiting, we were very worried and uncomfortable.

Miran C.

February 1, 2018

Renfe

4/5814 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.2

Based on 814 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $12.00

RENFE AVE Barcelona Tarragona recent customer reviews

we took the Renfe train Barcelona to Tarragona. The train was overbooked so we had to stand most of the way. That was not good. Otherwise everything was fine.

Lawrence S.

April 7, 2023

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

Barcelona to Tarragona Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Tarragona?

Stops in Barcelona

A - Barcelona Airport

B - Estació del Nord de Barcelona

C - Barcelona Sants

D - Carrer de Numància, 165

E - Zona Universitaria

F - Passeig de Gràcia, 36

Stops in Tarragona

A - Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona

B - Estacion de Autobus Tarragona

C - Carr. Reus

D - Plaça dels Carros

E - Plaza Imperial Tarraco

F - Carrer Francolí

Frequently asked questions for your trip Barcelona - Tarragona

Is there a way to reach Tarragona from Barcelona without a car?
How long does it take to get to Tarragona from Barcelona by bus?
What is the distance between Barcelona and Tarragona?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Tarragona?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

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04/23

$19

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$19

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$13

04/26

$13

04/27

$13

04/28

$13

04/29

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04/30

$13

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Tarragona was searched and found on Apr 27, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $19 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-04-27.

Usually PLANA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Barcelona and Tarragona!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Barcelona to Tarragona, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Barcelona to Tarragona will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Barcelona to Tarragona, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Tarragona?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Barcelona - Tarragona

Is there a way to reach Tarragona from Barcelona without a car?

How long does it take to get to Tarragona from Barcelona by bus?

What is the distance between Barcelona and Tarragona?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Barcelona to Tarragona?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

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