- 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.
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
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 £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 buses that leave Castelló de la Plana for Tarragona every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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.
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
Normal
NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 166 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona coaches for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 6:50 Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano | 4h20 | 11:10 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:15 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station | 2h05 | 16:20 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:30 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station | 2h55 | 21:25 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Castelló de la Plana to Tarragona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by train.
There are 7 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 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 6:50 |
Last bus 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Discover the best of Tarragona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarragona trip today.
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.
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.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need