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Cèntric Espai Cultural
Main local museum introducing the town’s history, delta landscape and social development through accessible permanent and temporary displays.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 32 buses that leave Tarragona for El Prat de Llobregat every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 74 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.
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normalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. 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 £7, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 74 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£10 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 1h05 | 12:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 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 | 12:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 13:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 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 | 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 | 1h20 | 16:20 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 | 16:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 17:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 16:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 17:10 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:20 Tarragona | 1h35 | 17:55 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 17:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 18:10 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 17:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 18:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 18:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 19:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 18:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 19:10 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 19:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 20:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 19:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 20:30 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:25 Tarragona | 1h35 | 23:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
normal | 4:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | 4:45 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 5:50 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 4:45 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:05 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 | 5:30 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:50 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:40 Tarragona | 1h35 | 7:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 7:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 8:35 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 7:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 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 | 9:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 10:20 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
normal | 9:00 Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 10:05 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of El Prat de Llobregat — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect El Prat de Llobregat trip today.
Main local museum introducing the town’s history, delta landscape and social development through accessible permanent and temporary displays.
Contemporary art centre hosting rotating exhibitions, workshops and community projects, ideal for discovering current local and regional artists.
Airport aviation museum displaying historic aircraft outdoors, a distinctive stop for visitors interested in Catalonia’s aeronautical history.
Large protected wetland area with hides and walking routes, excellent for birdwatching and experiencing the Llobregat delta landscape.
Protected beach reserve with boardwalk access, dunes and sea views, popular for peaceful walks and observing coastal wildlife.
Central civic square framed by important public buildings, a practical starting point for exploring the historic heart of the town.
Carxofa Prat is the local artichoke, prized for its tender heart and sweetness from the Llobregat delta. It is a defining seasonal product of El Prat.
Escalivada is a Catalan dish of fire-roasted aubergine, peppers and onion with olive oil. It is a staple across the Barcelona area and often served in El Prat.
Calçots amb romesco are chargrilled spring onions dipped in nut and pepper sauce. A cherished Catalan winter tradition commonly enjoyed in the wider region.
Refined dining in the town centre with seasonal Catalan cuisine and polished service, suitable for a more special meal.
Traditional Catalan restaurant known for local Pota Blava chicken and market cuisine in a relaxed, established setting.
Popular seafood-focused rice restaurant near the beach area, valued for paellas, shellfish and an easy-going coastal atmosphere.
Moderate for the Barcelona area: lodging often costs less than central Barcelona, while dining and local transport are broadly similar to other suburban Catalan destinations.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat 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 El Prat de Llobregat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tarragona to El Prat de Llobregat buses use the Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses to El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarragona and El Prat de Llobregat bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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