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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Fast coaches
Of the 14 buses that leave Barcelona El Prat Airport for Tarragona every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
05:001h20
Barcelona El Prat Airport06:20Tarragona
£41One-way
0 changes
06:400h40
Barcelona El Prat Airport07:20Tarragona
£41One-way
0 changes
17:200h30
Barcelona El Prat Airport17:50Tarragona
£41One-way
0 changes
18:301h20
Barcelona El Prat Airport19:50Tarragona
£51One-way
0 changes
12:300h50
Barcelona El Prat Airport13:20Tarragona
£51One-way
0 changes
17:200h30
Barcelona El Prat Airport17:50Tarragona
£41One-way
0 changes
06:400h40
Barcelona El Prat Airport07:20Tarragona
£41One-way
0 changes
12:300h50
Barcelona El Prat Airport13:20Tarragona
£51One-way
0 changes
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El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)21:05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
£151One-way
0 changes
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El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)00:20Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
£151One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 72 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona bus times
Showing buses for today, Tuesday 4 November
Last updated at 20:23
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| normal | 20:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 22:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 22:15 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 23:20 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 5 November | |||||
| normal | 09:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 10:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 11:35 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 12:40 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 13:30 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 14:35 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 15:25 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h10 | 16:35 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 16:30 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 17:35 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 17:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 19:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| normal | 19:00 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 20:05 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona
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Buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 14:35 |
Last bus 21:10 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Bus providers: Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana from Barcelona El Prat Airport to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona with Bus Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bus Plana
About
Plana, also known as Empresa Plana or Bus Plana, is a prominent bus company in Catalonia, Spain, operating since 1964. It serves as a key public transportation provider in Barcelona and the Costa Dorada region, with main operational bases in Tarragona, Reus, Vilanova i la Geltrú, and Barcelona. Plana offers regular bus lines, including official transfers from Barcelona-El Prat and Reus airports to popular destinations like Salou, Cambrils, Tarragona, and La Pineda. The company boasts a modern fleet of over 550 vehicles, many equipped with amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and charging sockets. Plana also provides private bus services for events and excursions.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£15
Bus Plana frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be packed in a bike bag.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Empresa Plana
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£7
Empresa Plana frequency
8 a day
FAQs: Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Tarragona.
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona is £15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona coach time is 1 h 5 min covering the 44 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona leaves at 08: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona leaves at 22: 50.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona with Bus Plana or Empresa Plana. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona coach with Bus Plana, Infobus, BlaBlaCar or Empresa Plana. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A day trip to Tarragona from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona by coach is October.
Yes, you can take a coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
No, the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
No, luggage for the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) to Tarragona.
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