- Must visit
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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zaragoza to Tarragona
Showing times and prices for 21 Aug
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
187 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zaragoza to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Tarragona will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Fast coaches
Of the 9 buses that leave Zaragoza for Tarragona every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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.
Normal17:002h55Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses19:55Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£251One-way0 changes- Normal3:102h50Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses6:00Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£251One-way0 changes
- Normal10:452h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses13:30Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal17:303h05Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses20:35Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal7:003h20Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses10:20Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal19:302h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses22:15Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal8:302h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses11:15Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal9:152h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses12:00Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal15:302h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses18:15Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
- Normal10:452h45Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses13:30Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zaragoza to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. 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 train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 187 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£27 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zaragoza to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zaragoza to Tarragona coaches for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 23:00 Zaragoza | 2h40 | 1:40 Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 August | |||||
| Normal | 3:10 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h50 | 6:00 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 7:00 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h20 | 10:20 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 8:30 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:15 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 12:00 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:45 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 13:30 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:30 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 18:15 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:00 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h55 | 19:55 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:30 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 3h05 | 20:35 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:30 Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 2h45 | 22:15 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Zaragoza to Tarragona coaches with Omio?
Hife as well as Alsa offer coaches services from Zaragoza to Tarragona.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zaragoza to Tarragona
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Buses from Zaragoza to Tarragona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:10, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 187 km distance in 2h 45m.
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
Train from £8
Distance 187 km |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 3:10 |
Last bus 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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
Train from £8
Bus providers: Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Zaragoza to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Zaragoza to Tarragona with Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£25
Hife frequency
4 a day
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.
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
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
£21
Alsa frequency
2 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.
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
5 a day
Complete guide to Tarragona
Things to do in Tarragona
Discover the best of Tarragona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarragona trip today.
- Recommended
Museu Diocesà de Tarragona
Art museum in a historic building with Gothic and modern collections, religious works and temporary exhibitions in the old quarter.
Casa Castellarnau
Local history museum with Roman remains under the square and exhibits on Tarragona's urban development across different periods.
- Must visit
Balcó del Mediterrani
Seafront promenade lined with palms and balconies, popular for walks, sea views and easy access to the historic centre.
- Must visit
Rambla Nova
Broad pedestrian avenue between the station area and old town, known for shops, civic buildings and everyday city life.
- Must visit
Part Alta
Historic upper town of narrow lanes, small squares and stone façades, ideal for wandering between cathedral and Roman remains.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Romesco
Romesco is Tarragona’s signature sauce of roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds and olive oil, traditionally served with fish, calçots or seafood.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Calçots
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flames and dipped in romesco. They are central to winter calçotades across Tarragona province.
- Gluten-free
Xató
Xató is a Catalan salad of escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies and olives with a nutty romesco-style dressing, popular along this coast.
Restaurant Xaloc
Established harbour-side dining room specialising in Mediterranean seafood, paellas and market fish with a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
El Pòsit del Serrallo
Well-known seafood restaurant in El Serrallo, popular for rice dishes, shellfish and classic coastal cooking in a polished setting.
Les Coques
Traditional tavern-style venue in the old town known for vermouth, tapas and Catalan small plates in a lively historic setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer accommodation near the coast can raise overall trip costs versus smaller inland cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
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.
FAQs: Zaragoza to Tarragona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaragoza 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Zaragoza to Tarragona can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Zaragoza to Tarragona is £27; 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 Zaragoza to Tarragona is 2h 45m to travel the 187 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 Zaragoza to Tarragona leaves at 3:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona leaves at 21:35.
Yes, there are 8 direct coaches a day from Zaragoza to Tarragona with Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona, you can count on Hife, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Zaragoza and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses, which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Tarragona from Zaragoza is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zaragoza and Tarragona including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona:
- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona for coach company Hife, Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Zaragoza 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 Hife, Alsa.
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 Zaragoza to Tarragona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Zaragoza to Tarragona with the following coach company: Hife, Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zaragoza and Tarragona
Most Zaragoza to Tarragona buses use the Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco station pair. Use this guide to compare Zaragoza and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Zaragoza
Arrival bus stations in Tarragona
Which Zaragoza station do buses to Tarragona leave from?
Buses from Zaragoza to Tarragona leave from Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses. The station is 3 km from Zaragoza city centre at Av. de Navarra, 80, 50011 Zaragoza, Spain.
Zaragoza, Estación Central de AutobusesAv. de Navarra, 80, 50011 Zaragoza, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses from Zaragoza city centre
Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses is 2 km from Zaragoza city centre. Public transport options include:
BusT06-09, T06-02, T06-07 · 7m · £0.90
Alsa - L505 · 21m · £0.90
Ci3 · 52m · every ~12 min
TramTra · 31m · every ~18 min
Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Cachirulo (0.5 km), La Miguería (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Tarragona station do buses from Zaragoza arrive at?
Buses from Zaragoza to Tarragona arrive at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco is from Tarragona city centre.
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial TàrracoTarragona, Carrer de Pere Martell, 1, 43005 Tarragona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco from Tarragona city centre
Bus54 · 4m · every ~7 min
Nt5 · 11m · £0.90
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco bus station facilities and services
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. ATMs are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Wheelchair access available.
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