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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 16 Oct
£44
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£45
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
8 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
9 h 7 m
Buses on 16 Oct
8
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Tarragona will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Madrid to Tarragona you need to make at least one change.
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NormalBuses from Madrid to Tarragona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 424 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 424 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tarragona coaches for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:00 Madrid | 5h10 | 21:10 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:10 Madrid | 5h30 | 21:40 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:24 Madrid | 5h56 | 0:20 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
Normal+ Normal | 0:14 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h16 | 13:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 0:14 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h06 | 10:20 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h00 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 10h30 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 9h30 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h15 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 9:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h30 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 9:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h15 | 17:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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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 Madrid 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 Madrid to Tarragona buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco station pair, with some services arriving at Tarragona. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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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