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Barcelona to Tarragona by train
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Cheapest Price US$4.50
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30 days in advance US$23.00
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First train05:50
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Last train22:00
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey30m
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Distance80 kilometres
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Trains per day52
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Avg. journey time54m
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Train operators
Barcelona to Tarragona train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Barcelona to Tarragona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Barcelona to Tarragona take around 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 80 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around 05:50. The last departure is usually at around 22:00. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 52 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 11 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$4.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Tarragona, 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 Tarragona.
Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Tarragona?
Yes, there is a direct train from Barcelona to Tarragona.
How long does it take to travel from Barcelona to Tarragona?
The Barcelona to Tarragona train travel takes about 30 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Barcelona to Tarragona train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Tarragona leaving Barcelona at around 05:50 and the last train leaving at around 22:00. This is the same at the weekend.
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AVE/Avant/Alvia
Trains from Barcelona to Tarragona are frequent. There are high-speed AVE, Avant and Alvia services to Camp de Tarragona, a modern station on the new Barcelona to Madrid line. Just remember that it’s 9 km out of town.
If you are heading for the centre of Tarragona, then your best bet is to take one of the trains that run down the coast on the old line. Tarragona station is served by Euromed, Regional Express, Talgo and Intercity services as well as the occasional Alvia train.
Barcelona to Tarragona
All trains on the Barcelona to Tarragona route depart from Barcelona Sants station. Euromed and Regional Express trains and the occasional Talgo train also serve Barcelona Estacio de França station, which is where they begin their journey to Tarragona. Arrival in Tarragona is either at Tarragona station or at the out-of-town Camp de Tarragona station – depending on the type of train you choose.
The fastest services are non-stop to Camp de Tarragona. Most Regional Express trains and some Euromed services stop one to four times en route to Tarragona.