The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tarragona to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 31 buses that leave Tarragona for Barcelona every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
Normal16:201h35Tarragona17:55Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£101One-way0 changes
Normal21:251h35Tarragona23:00Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£101One-way0 changes
Normal11:001h30Tarragona12:30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord£101One-way0 changes
normal16:001h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses17:10El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
normal8:501h40Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses10:30El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2)£151One-way0 changes
normal11:001h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses12:05El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
normal10:001h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses11:05El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
normal7:001h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses8:05El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
normal5:301h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses6:35El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
normal4:001h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses5:05El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)£151One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Tarragona to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. 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 train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 82 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarragona to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Barcelona coaches for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
normal | 16:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 17:50 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 16:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 17:40 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 17:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 18:55 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 17:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 19:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 18:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 20:30 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 18:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 20:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:25 Tarragona | 1h35 | 23:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 18 May | |||||
normal | 4:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 5:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 4:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 5:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:50 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 5:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 6:35 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 7:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 7:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 8:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 8:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 9:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 8:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 9:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 8:50 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 10:15 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 8:50 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:30 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 10:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 11:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 10:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 11:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:00 Tarragona | 1h30 | 12:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 11:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 12:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 11:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 12:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 12:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 13:10 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 12:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 13:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 13:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 14:40 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 13:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 14:50 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 15:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 16:10 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 15:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 16:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Barcelona
Buses from Tarragona to Barcelona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 9 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 20m.
Distance 82 km |
Average bus duration 1h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana from Tarragona to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Barcelona with Alsa, Plana, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Empresa Plana for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tarragona to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Plana
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Plana
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Plana
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Plana
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Plana
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tarragona and Barcelona
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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