- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Flagship archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying mosaics, sculpture, and finds that explain the UNESCO city nearby.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 13 buses that leave Barcelona El Prat Airport for La Pineda on Tue, Aug 04, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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normalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Plana, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:36AM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:36PM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:56PM | Duration 1h26 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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normal | 12:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 2:15 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 1:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 3:20 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 3:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 4:35 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 4:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h40 | 5:50 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 5:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 7:20 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 6:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 8:20 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 8:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 9:35 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 10:45 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 10:15 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h05 | 11:20 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 11:10 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 12:35 AM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 9:10 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 10:35 AM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 10:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 11:45 AM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
normal | 11:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1h25 | 12:50 PM La Pineda | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:10, the last at 21:55. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 24m |
First bus 10:10 AM |
Last bus 9:55 PM |
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Discover the best of La Pineda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Pineda trip today.
Flagship archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying mosaics, sculpture, and finds that explain the UNESCO city nearby.
Gaudí interpretation centre in Reus using immersive displays to explain the architect's life, ideas, and local roots.
Art and cultural centre in Vila-seca hosting temporary exhibitions in a refined historic setting close to La Pineda.
La Pineda's broad sandy beach and seafront promenade, popular for walking, swimming, and easy family-friendly seaside views.
Balcony-like seafront viewpoint in Tarragona with sweeping Mediterranean vistas, a classic local stop above the waterfront.
Coastal walkway in Salou lined with palms, sculptures, and sea views; one of the area's most pleasant urban strolls.
Romesco sauce with grilled calçots or fish, made from roasted peppers, tomato, garlic and nuts. A signature Tarragona flavor tied to local winter and coastal cooking.
Chargrilled spring onions dipped in romesco. A beloved Catalan seasonal feast in nearby Tarragona, social and strongly rooted in local food culture.
Rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns or clams. A classic Costa Daurada seaside dish prized for deep Mediterranean flavor.
Popular beachfront rice and seafood restaurant in La Pineda, known for paella, grilled fish and relaxed Mediterranean views.
Well-known local restaurant serving tapas, seafood and Mediterranean classics in an informal setting close to the seafront.
Established dining room inside Gran Palas Hotel, offering refined Mediterranean cuisine and a more polished atmosphere.
Moderate for the Costa Daurada: summer stays rise, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable versus larger Spanish beach resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service; in cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is normal.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at La Pineda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona El Prat Airport to La Pineda buses use the Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia (Mandarin Oriental Hotel) to La Pineda station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona El Prat Airport and La Pineda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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