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Museu de la Moto
Interactive motorcycle museum in Canillo displaying classic bikes and motoring history, a popular indoor visit close to El Tarter.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 18 m
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter 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 El Tarter will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 146 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 18 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £111.
Distance: 146 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter:
A coach is £87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter costing on average £111.
Other travel options to El Tarter take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 56m.
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (2h 27m by bus vs 2h 54m by car) and save roughly £38 compared to fuel and tolls (£23 vs £61). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:00 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 2h18 | 20:18 El Tarter | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 146 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 146 km |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 18m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
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Discover the best of El Tarter — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect El Tarter trip today.
Interactive motorcycle museum in Canillo displaying classic bikes and motoring history, a popular indoor visit close to El Tarter.
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Major ski and walking area linked to Grandvalira, popular for mountain scenery, lifts, winter sports and summer trails from the village.
High mountain viewpoint reached by lift and short walk, known for broad panoramas over the valleys and dramatic alpine landscape.
Family-friendly valley with streams, picnic spots and easy paths. A pleasant outdoor area for a relaxed walk near Canillo.
A hearty Andorran winter stew of pork, chicken, vegetables and pulses. It is one of the principality’s most traditional mountain dishes.
Grilled cabbage with garlic and cured pork such as bacon or sausage. A rustic Pyrenean dish closely linked to Andorran home cooking.
Large grilled river trout, often with ham or almonds. It reflects Pyrenean freshwater traditions and is a classic in Andorran mountain restaurants.
Smart hotel restaurant offering refined French and mountain-inspired cooking in an intimate setting suited to a slower evening meal.
Popular casual spot for crêpes, galettes and simple savoury dishes, valued for friendly service and an easygoing village atmosphere.
Well-known slope-side venue serving pizzas, burgers and mountain comfort food with lively après-ski atmosphere and broad terrace views.
Moderate for a ski resort village: lodging can be pricey in season, while casual dining and local buses are fairly reasonable by Andorran mountain standards.
Service is usually included, so tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona El Prat Airport to El Tarter 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 El Tarter, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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