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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.
Cheapest price on 11 Oct
£18
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£18
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
2 h
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
2 h 20 m
Buses on 11 Oct
3
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Sun 11 Oct, we found 3 buses from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
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NormalBuses from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:50, the last at 21:25. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 6:50 |
Last bus 21:25 |
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The table below shows live departures for Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona coaches for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 18:30 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station | 2h55 | 21:25 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Main archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying sculptures, mosaics and finds that give context to the city's ancient monuments.
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
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.
The most popular day trips by bus from Tarragona are Barcelona, Sitges, Reus, Salou and Cambrils. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Tarragona on Omio.

Barcelona is known for Gaudí’s architecture, a Mediterranean shoreline and a strong Catalan character. Historic streets, beach life and contemporary culture sit close together, giving the city an energetic but lived-in feel.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 82 km distance in 1h 5m.

Sitges is a coastal town in Catalonia known for its beaches, whitewashed streets and lively cultural scene. It mixes Mediterranean ease with modern art heritage, film festivals and a well-known inclusive nightlife.

Reus is best known as the birthplace of Antoni Gaudí and for its modernista architecture. Its compact centre combines lively squares, shopping streets and a strong vermouth culture.
The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 22:30.

Salou is a lively Costa Daurada resort known for sandy beaches, a palm-lined seafront and a family-focused atmosphere. It blends modern holiday energy with traces of its fishing past and is closely associated with nearby PortAventura World.
The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:15.

Cambrils is a seaside town on the Costa Daurada known for its beaches, fishing port and seafood-focused food scene. It feels more relaxed than some nearby resorts, with a pleasant promenade and a small historic centre.
The earliest coach runs at 05:55, the last at 22:00.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelló de la Plana 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.

Most Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona buses use the Castellón de la Plana, Estación de Autobuses to Tarragona station pair, with some services arriving at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. Use this guide to compare Castelló de la Plana and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano. ATMs are available at Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano.
Ticket office support is available at Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano.
Available at Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano: Ramps available for accessibility.
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 is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. ATMs are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Ticket office support is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Wheelchair access available.
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