- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
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Overview: Bus from Alfaro to Tarragona
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Buses from Alfaro to Tarragona run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 11:00, the last at 15:50. The fastest coach covers the 276 km distance in 4h 15m.
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 276 km |
Average bus duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 15:50 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Alfaro to Tarragona trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alfaro to Tarragona.
Cheap coach tickets from Alfaro to Tarragona can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Alfaro to Tarragona is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Alfaro to Tarragona leaves at 11:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Alfaro to Tarragona leaves at 15:50.
There are 10 coaches a day from Alfaro to Tarragona which require at least one change with Hife. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Live departures
Alfaro to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alfaro to Tarragona coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:40 Alfaro | 3h30 | 12:10 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:50 Alfaro | 3h20 | 12:10 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:10 Alfaro | 3h20 | 15:30 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:40 Alfaro | 3h40 | 19:20 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:30 Alfaro | 3h30 | 22:00 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Alfaro to Tarragona coaches with Omio?
Hife operates all coaches services from Alfaro to Tarragona.
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Bus providers: Hife from Alfaro to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Alfaro to Tarragona with Hife for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Hife
About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hife Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Hife Price
£7
Hife frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Alfaro and Tarragona
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Alfaro to Tarragona, you can count on Hife for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Alfaro and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona for coach company Hife.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona:
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Alfaro to Tarragona depends on the coach companies:
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Alfaro to Tarragona:
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Alfaro to Tarragona:
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona. The following conditions apply:
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Alfaro to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife.
Complete guide to Tarragona
Things to do in Tarragona
Discover the best of Tarragona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarragona trip today.
- Recommended
Museu Diocesà de Tarragona
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Casa Castellarnau
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
- Must visit
Balcó del Mediterrani
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
- Must visit
Rambla Nova
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
- Must visit
Part Alta
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Romesco
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Calçots
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
- Gluten-free
Xató
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Restaurant Xaloc
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
El Pòsit del Serrallo
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Les Coques
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare rather than tipping heavily.
FAQs: Alfaro to Tarragona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alfaro to Tarragona by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a between Alfaro and Tarragona.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alfaro and Tarragona
Most Alfaro to Tarragona buses use the Alfaro, Estación de Autobuses to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco station pair. Use this guide to compare Alfaro and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Alfaro
Arrival bus stations in Tarragona
Alfaro, Estación de Autobuses
Which Tarragona station do buses from Alfaro arrive at?
Buses from Alfaro to Tarragona arrive at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco is from Tarragona city centre.
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial TàrracoTarragona, Carrer de Pere Martell, 1, 43005 Tarragona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco from Tarragona city centre
Bus54 · 4m · every ~7 min
Nt5 · 11m · £1
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco bus station facilities and services
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. ATMs are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Wheelchair access available.
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