
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
54 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manresa to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manresa to Tarragona will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Manresa to Tarragona, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 83 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Manresa to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 83 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manresa to Tarragona:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Manresa to Tarragona costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 3m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.49. The journey takes 1h 25m versus 1h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Manresa to Tarragona coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:20 Manresa | 0h50 | 21:10 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 6:00 Manresa | 0h50 | 6:50 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Manresa | 0h50 | 8:20 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Manresa to Tarragona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:35, the last at 18:25. The fastest coach covers the 83 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 83 km |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 7:35 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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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 Manresa 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 Manresa to Tarragona buses use the Manresa, Carrer Maternitat d'Elna (Estació d'Autobuso) to Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Manresa and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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