Facts about the transport from Tarragona to Barcelona
| Cheapest Transport | $8 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 4m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:40 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:19 PM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 88 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Renfe, Transportes Bacoma |
Tarragona to Barcelona
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Tarragona to Barcelona Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Fast and very efficient service.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Oct 6, 2024
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Anonymous Double charged. Clean bus. Not allowed on the bus without paying a second time..in cash.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Aug 22, 2024
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Anonymous SI ARRIVA IN UN BATTER D'OCCHIO. PULIZIA DEL MEZZO, CONFORT A BORDO, CLIMATIZZATORE, AUTISTA CON GUIDA PERFETTA.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Jul 16, 2024
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Anonymous No qr codes or anything else on the ticket so the busdriver could scan our tickets. Luckily he was so nice that he still took us with him! Otherwise we would have missed our plane. We had no Informations about the tarragona bus station (gates.). Hope you‘ll fix that anytime soon because i dont think that we‘re the only ones who witness this procedure.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Jul 14, 2024
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Anonymous Driver was rude.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Jun 22, 2024
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Anonymous Charged again for ticket because Airplane was late. We had purchased Two tickets online from Barcelona Airport to Tarragona with BusPlana. Our flight was delayed and the Bus driver would not accept our tickets even though it states that they are valid until Midnight even if your flight is delayed. We had to pay 31.90 Euros to get on the bus at 20.02 .
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Feb 3, 2024
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Anonymous The bus was on time.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, May 1, 2023
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Danae Bus was clean and kept at a cool temperature .no stops just a straight run to Barcelona Airport Ver. No stops .air conditioner and the departure time was as it said and arrival right at terminal before time .excellent services. There was nothing not to like.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Jan 5, 2023
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Kyriakos Everything was very good. On time,comfortable bus,excellent service.
Tarragona to Barcelona, Bus Standard AC, Plana, Nov 14, 2022
Tarragona to Barcelona Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 7pax | Any time | +1h 16m | $317.83 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 04:00 | 05:05 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 04:45 | 05:50 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 05:30 | 06:35 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 06:00 | 07:30 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 06:45 | 08:15 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 07:15 | 08:30 | $16.42 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 08:00 | 09:05 | $16.42 | |
Flight | Iberia | Economy | 08:35 | 07:55 | $361.56 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 09:00 | 10:05 | $16.42 | |
Flight | Vueling | Economy | 09:30 | 07:40 | $353.72 | |
Flight | Jet2 | Economy | 09:55 | 11:35 | $327.98 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 10:15 | 13:00 | $382.82 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 10:40 | 23:35 | $288.80 | |
Train | Renfe | Standard | 10:58 | 12:37 | $9.23 | |
Flight | TUI fly UK | Economy | 11:20 | 00:45 | $380.59 | |
Train | iryo | Inicial | 11:39 | 12:21 | $17.79 | |
Bus | Plana | Standard AC | 12:00 | 13:05 | $16.42 | |
Flight | Jet2 | Economy | 12:25 | 16:50 | $582.07 | |
Flight | Vueling | Economy | 12:45 | 22:45 | $165.67 |
How to get from Tarragona to Barcelona
Travelling between Tarragona and Barcelona is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 17.15 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.15.
How long does it take to get from Tarragona to Barcelona?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 3 hours to travel between Tarragona and Barcelona depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Tarragona and Barcelona. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 4m. Train does a much slower job and take about 2h 19m to reach Barcelona.
How much does it cost to get from Tarragona to Barcelona?
Travelling between Tarragona and Barcelona can be as cheap as USD 17.15 if you opt for a Transportes Bacoma bus and as expensive as USD 17.15 if you buy a Transportes Bacoma Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Tarragona and Barcelona ?
- 4 from Tarragona to Barcelona starting from 05:40 Tarragona until 21:25 Tarragona
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Tarragona to Barcelona.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Tarragona to Barcelona overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Tarragona and Barcelona
Transportes Bacoma
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Tarragona and Barcelona
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Tarragona to Barcelona?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 67% opted for a bus
- 33% took a train
Transportation from Tarragona to Barcelona
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Trains$ 7.84
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Buses$ 16.79
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Taxis$ 171.26
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available