How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Tarragona?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Tarragona?

The average train journey time from Barcelona to Tarragona is 33m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 30m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Tarragona route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 26 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Tarragona?

The earliest train from Barcelona to Tarragona departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 21:30.

Train Barcelona to Tarragona from £8

Next train departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:00	Barcelona-Sants	32m	20:32	Camp Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	20:00	Barcelona-Sants	32m	20:32	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	20:00	Barcelona-Sants	32m	20:32	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	20:00	Barcelona-Sants	32m	20:32	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	20:05	Barcelona-Sants	35m	20:40	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:15	Barcelona-Sants	33m	07:48	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:27	Barcelona-Sants	31m	07:58	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:27	Barcelona-Sants	31m	07:58	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:27	Barcelona-Sants	31m	07:58	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Tarragona on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:03	Barcelona-Sants	1h 9m	10:12	Tarragona	Cheapest
Train	14:00	Barcelona-Sants	30m	14:30	Camp Tarragona	Fastest
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No tags
Train	07:40	Barcelona-Sants	34m	08:14	Camp Tarragona	No 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

52 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£14 - £19	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £103	Average duration33m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£3 - £66	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Tarragona?

Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Tarragona

A
Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Calle Pere Martell 1, 43001, Tarragona
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Train Companies

Renfe

4/5921 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 921 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £12

RENFE AVE Barcelona Tarragona recent customer reviews

we took the Renfe train Barcelona to Tarragona. The train was overbooked so we had to stand most of the way. That was not good. Otherwise everything was fine.

Lawrence S.

7 April 2023

The trains was always lates

Margaux V.

28 July 2025

Fast and efficient

Ming Yan C.

17 June 2025

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Tarragona by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Tarragona is 33m, covering a distance of 50 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 30m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Tarragona route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 26 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Tarragona departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 21:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

29/11

£18

30/11

£26

Today

£18

02/12

£9

03/12

£8

04/12

£9

05/12

£9

06/12

£8

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Tarragona was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £99 for a train ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-03.