Bus from Barcelona to Tarragona: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
    		Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaCheapestFastest
    ALSABus
      		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
      		Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaNo tags
      ALSABus
        		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
        		Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaNo tags
        ALSABus
          		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
          		Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Tarragona

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Tarragona. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          27carpool per day
          1h 20mAverage duration
          52 milesDistance
          3kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£14 - £19Average duration1h 20m
          2kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£9 - £99Average duration33m
          2kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£3 - £15Average duration1h 20m
          3kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Barcelona to Tarragona

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona start from £14. The average price for this route is around £19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Tarragona is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 46 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by BusPlana.

          3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Tarragona route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from BusPlana, ALSA, Renfe.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Tarragona at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            A bus journey from Barcelona to Tarragona produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61149 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Tarragona?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          27/01
          £15
          28/01
          £10
          Today
          £10
          30/01
          £10
          31/01
          £15
          01/02
          £15
          02/02
          £15
          03/02
          £15
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Tarragona was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of £10

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from £10 to £15 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2026-01-30.

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