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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Tarragona
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 R 62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Tarragona?
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona Airport
- D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 926 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 R 248
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.
The trains was always lates
Margaux V.
Fast and efficient
Ming Yan C.
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Tarragona start from R 248. The average price for this train route is around R 591. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Tarragona is 34m, covering a distance of 80 km. The quickest train can get 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 27 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.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Tarragona was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 180To 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 R 180 to R 2 242 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 R 180, which is on 2025-12-15.
