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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Camp Tarragona | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Train | Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Camp Tarragona | No tags | ||||
| Train | Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Camp Tarragona | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Tarragona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tarragona. The journey takes about 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Madrid and Tarragona?
Madrid
- AMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
- BC. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
- CPríncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid 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 Madrid to Tarragona?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Tarragona start from £35. The average price for this train route is around £106. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Tarragona?
The average train journey time from Madrid to Tarragona is 2h 37m, covering a distance of 263 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Madrid to Tarragona route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to Tarragona?
The earliest train from Madrid to Tarragona departs at 07:27. And the latest train departs at 20:27.
Which is the best train operator from Madrid to Tarragona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is OUIGO, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Tarragona?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator OUIGO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Madrid to Tarragona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is OUIGO, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Madrid to Tarragona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is OUIGO, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Tarragona was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Madrid to Tarragona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £52 to £184 for a train ticket from Madrid to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £52, which is on 2025-12-12.
