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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Tarragona
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Tarragona will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bilbao for Tarragona every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 419 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bilbao to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 419 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price | £100 Average Price |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Tarragona coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 15:00 Bilbao | 5h40 | 20:40 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
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| Normal+Normal | 05:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h00 | 16:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Tarragona
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Buses from Bilbao to Tarragona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 419 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 419 km |
Average bus duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Vibasa from Bilbao to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Tarragona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Vibasa for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Tarragona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tarragona, located 0.6 miles (958 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Tarragona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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