Tarragona to Barcelona by train + bus

This route from Tarragona to Barcelona is not by train the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 2h 38m in total, run by Airport shuttle bus, Renfe. A quicker option we found is bus, at 1h 20m.

A closer look at the Train journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€17

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Total journey
2h 38m
Change
2 transfers
Operator
Airport shuttle bus, Renfe

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Tarragona to Reus AirportAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Reus Airport
  2. 2
    Reus Airport to Camp de TarragonaAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Camp de Tarragona
  3. 3
    Camp de Tarragona to BarcelonaRenfe48m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time2h 38m

Departures from Tarragona to Barcelona

Renfe runs 40 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:36 and the last at 16:05.

OperatorDepartures a dayFirstLast
Renfe4005:3616:05

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Before you travel

Which station?

The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.

Plan the change

The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.

Baggage and ticket conditions

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Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

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Tarragona to Barcelona by train: common questions

How long does Tarragona to Barcelona take by train?

The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 2h 38m, 2 transfers.

How much is a train ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona?

The best price in our latest check was €17. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the train from Tarragona to Barcelona?

Airport shuttle bus, Renfe. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the train or the bus better?

The bus is faster at 1h 20m. It is cheaper too, at €7.

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