- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Main archaeological museum for Roman Tarraco, with mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and essential context for the UNESCO site.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 59 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Murcia to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Murcia to Tarragona will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 18 buses that leave Murcia for Tarragona on Sun, Jul 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 19 the direct buses cover the 403 km distance in an average of 8 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jul 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 55 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Murcia to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $34.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Murcia to Tarragona:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Murcia to Tarragona costing on average $70 (€58).
A train is $82 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Murcia to Tarragona costing on average $143 (€117).
Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 18m.
Train takes on average 7h 18m.
Tickets start at around $70 (€58) compared to roughly $95 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $25 (€20). The journey takes 6h 18m versus 4h 38m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Murcia to Tarragona buses for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 8h25 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 19 | |||||
Normal+ Normal | 12:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h25 | 11:10 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h15 | 11:00 AM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 3:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 7h30 | 11:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 7:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 13h40 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 14h25 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 12h55 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 9:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 11h40 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 12h25 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 11h25 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 10:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h40 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 10:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h40 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h25 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 11:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 9h40 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 9h25 | 8:40 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 10h10 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 9h55 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 9h55 | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Murcia to Tarragona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Tarragona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tarragona trip today.
Main archaeological museum for Roman Tarraco, with mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and essential context for the UNESCO site.
Detailed model and interpretation center explaining ancient Tarraco's layout, ideal before exploring the Roman remains.
Museum inside the cathedral complex featuring liturgical art, sculpture, and treasures tied to Tarragona's religious history.
Balcony-like seafront promenade with classic Mediterranean views, ideal for sunset, photos, and a first impression of Tarragona.
Broad central avenue lined with shops and civic buildings, connecting the modern city with the historic core and sea views.
Atmospheric old town quarter of narrow lanes, stone houses, and Roman-medieval layers, perfect for wandering on foot.
Romesco is Tarragona's emblematic sauce of roasted ñora peppers, nuts, garlic, oil and vinegar, often served with fish, calçots or seafood.
Calçots are sweet spring onions grilled over flames and dipped in romesco or salvitxada. They are a beloved winter tradition across Tarragona province.
Xató is an escarole salad with salt cod, tuna, anchovies, olives and a rich romesco-style sauce. It is a classic festive dish in coastal Tarragona.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant near Tarragona known for creative tasting menus rooted in Catalan ingredients and elegant modern dining.
Well-known casual spot in the old town serving tapas, vermouth and Catalan small plates in a lively, local setting.
Established restaurant by the Roman circus area, known for contemporary Catalan cuisine, rice dishes and polished service.
Moderate for Spain: dining is reasonable, local transit is cheap, and summer hotels rise but stay below Barcelona.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. For cafes and taxis, round up or leave small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Murcia to Tarragona 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 Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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