How much does a train ticket from Madrid to Tarragona cost?

The average train ticket price from Madrid to Tarragona is $89. The best way to find train tickets from Madrid to Tarragona is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Madrid to Tarragona?

A train trip between Madrid and Tarragona is around 2h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 264 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Madrid and Tarragona?

The number of trains from Madrid to Tarragona can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Madrid to Tarragona by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Madrid to Tarragona?

Trains traveling between Madrid and Tarragona leave from Madrid Puerta De Atocha or Madrid-Chamartin and arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona.

Trains from Madrid to Tarragona | Renfe, OUIGO

FriApr 25

TodayApr 26

from $119

TomorrowApr 27

from $102

MonApr 28

TueApr 29

from $51

WedApr 30

from $64

ThuMay 1

from $51

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 9:27am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:00pm
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Camp Tarragona
Operated by: RENFE AVE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 33m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 8:57am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Arrival time: April 26 at 11:01am
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Camp Tarragona
Operated by: RENFE AVE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 4m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:27am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:04am
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Camp Tarragona
Operated by: RENFE AVE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 37m
Departure time: April 26 at 1:18pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:40pm
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Camp Tarragona
Operated by: RENFE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 22m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:27am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:04am
Destination city: Tarragona
Destination location: Camp Tarragona
Operated by: RENFE AVE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 2h 37m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Madrid to Tarragona.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$59 - $62	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$29 - $229	Average Duration2h 33m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $65	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Madrid to Tarragona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tarragona. The journey takes about 2 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

2h 33mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest ticket

10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Madrid to Tarragona: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$89

Average train trip duration2h 33m

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure7:27am

Distance263 miles (423 km)

Latest train departure8:30pm

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5815 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.2

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

OUIGO is a high-speed low-cost train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It offers affordable and fast travel options for passengers and has recently expanded its services to Spain. OUIGO's rescheduling policy allows passengers to change their travel plans up to 30 minutes before departure, for a 30€ fee. This gives passengers more flexibility and peace of mind when booking their trips. As they are a low-cost company, their luggage policy only allows travelers to take one small hand luggage and a suitcase not bigger than 55x35x25cm. If you need to get around fast at affordable rates, OUIGO might be the best choice.

Train and bus companies in ES:Renfe, FlixTrain, Iryo, TGV inOui, Eurostar, OUIGO, Deutsche Bahn - SNCF

Madrid to Tarragona Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Tarragona from Madrid, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Madrid and Tarragona?

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid Puerta De Atocha

B - Madrid-Chamartin

C - Madrid-Príncipe Pio

D - Madrid-Barajas Airport

E - Nuevos Ministerios

Stops in Tarragona

A - Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Tarragona

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/24

$169

04/25

$77

Today

$119

04/27

$102

04/28

No data

04/29

$51

04/30

$64

05/01

$51

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Tarragona was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $241 for a train ticket from Madrid to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-04-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Madrid and Tarragona is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Tarragona.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Tarragona you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Madrid and Tarragona, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Madrid to Tarragona.

Did you know?

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The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Madrid to Tarragona?

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