Santander to Tarragona bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Tarragona

Showing times and prices for 28 Feb

Cheapest price

£75

Average price

£-0.01

Fastest journey

14 h 35 m

Average duration

14 h 35 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

491 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast coaches

To travel from Santander to Tarragona you need to make at least one change.

ALSA
20:4514h35
Santander
11:20Tarragona
£751One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Santander to Tarragona

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £19.

Distance: 491 km

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Flight

£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£92

Average Price

8h 35m

Average total duration

8h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 43m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 2.9kg

CO2 emissions

Alsa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Santander to Tarragona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Tarragona coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 14:16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
alsa20:45 Santander
14h40
11:25 Tarragona1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Santander to Tarragona by coach or flight

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Why should you book Santander to Tarragona coaches with Omio?

Alsa as well as Hife offer coaches services from Santander to Tarragona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santander to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Tarragona.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santander to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Tarragona.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santander to Tarragona.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander to Tarragona

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Buses from Santander to Tarragona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 491 km distance in 20h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19
Distance
491 km
Average bus duration
8h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
£49
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
20h 50m
First bus
02:30
Last bus
20:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £19

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife from Santander to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Tarragona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
20h 50m
Cheapest Price
£49
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Hife

About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Santander to Tarragona coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santander to Tarragona can start from as little as £49 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander to Tarragona is £49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Santander to Tarragona is 20h 50m to travel the 491 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Santander to Tarragona leaves at 2:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander to Tarragona leaves at 20:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Santander to Tarragona with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander to Tarragona, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Tarragona from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 20h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Tarragona including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander to Tarragona:
  • Hife
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander to Tarragona for coach company Alsa, Hife.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander to Tarragona depends on the coach companies:
  • Hife
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Hife.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Santander to Tarragona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Tarragona:
  • Hife
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Tarragona:
  • Hife
    • 15€ per additional bag.
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santander to Tarragona. The following conditions apply:
  • Hife
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santander to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander to Tarragona with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.

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