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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
£21
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 38 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Perpignan to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Tarragona will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Perpignan to Tarragona you need to make at least one change.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £66.
Distance: 222 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan 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 |
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Normal · Normal | 6:30 Perpignan, Gare routière | 7h00 | 13:30 Tarragona | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Perpignan, Gare routière | 4h30 | 18:30 Tarragona | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Perpignan, Gare routière | 6h30 | 20:30 Tarragona | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Perpignan, Gare routière | 9h55 | 5:55 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 20:15 Perpignan, Gare routière | 6h10 | 2:25 Tarragona | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 20:30 Perpignan, Gare routière | 5h55 | 2:25 Tarragona | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:20 Perpignan, Gare routière | 5h05 | 2:25 Tarragona | 1 change | |
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Buses from Perpignan to Tarragona run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 222 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 222 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 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 Perpignan 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 Perpignan to Tarragona buses use the Perpignan, Gare routière to Tarragona station pair, with some services arriving at Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Perpignan and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Perpignan, Gare routière is 1 km from Perpignan city centre. Public transport options include:
Perpignan, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Bistro du Sud (0.3 km), Le Petit Bistro (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Perpignan, Gare routière.
Available at Perpignan, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Perpignan, Gare routière: Elevators, ramps.
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