Travelling from Tarragona to Carcassonne by train

Want to know how to get from Tarragona to Carcassonne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Tarragona to Carcassonne take around 3 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 251 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Tarragona is scheduled to depart at around  07:19. The last departure is usually at around 23:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Tarragona at around 07:12, with the last train leaving at around 23:20. On average, there are about 4 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £99.37.

We think any time is a great time to visit Carcassonne, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Carcassonne.

Is there a direct train from Tarragona to Carcassonne?

The journey between Tarragona and Carcassonne usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Tarragona to Carcassonne every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Tarragona to Carcassonne?

The Tarragona to Carcassonne train travel takes about 3 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Tarragona to Carcassonne train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Carcassonne leaving Tarragona at around 07:19 and the last train leaving at around 23:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Tarragona at around 07:12, with the final departure at 23:20.