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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tarragona to Madrid
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarragona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Madrid will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 5 buses that leave Tarragona for Madrid every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 424 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Tarragona to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 424 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarragona to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:50 Tarragona | 5h10 | 15:00 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:50 Tarragona | 5h00 | 20:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:20 Tarragona | 6h30 | 23:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:20 Tarragona | 5h30 | 01:50 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:00 Tarragona | 5h40 | 02:40 Madrid | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Madrid
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Buses from Tarragona to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 424 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 424 km |
Average bus duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Hife from Tarragona to MadridYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Madrid with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Hife for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tarragona to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Tarragona, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses and Tarragona. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in coach stations like Madrid, Avenida de América and Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Avenida de América, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tarragona and Madrid
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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