- 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 on Sep 19
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 19
7
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 7 buses from Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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 Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, while a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona costing on average €16.
Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 37m.
Tickets start at around €16 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.82. The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 3m 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.
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 01:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
The table below shows live departures for Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona buses for today, Friday, September 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 | 9:20 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h50 | 11:10 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:20 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h35 | 2:55 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:55 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h30 | 4:25 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:55 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h30 | 5:25 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:20 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h30 | 6:50 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h35 | 8:50 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:10 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h35 | 9:45 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
Normal | 7:30 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h50 | 9:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:10 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1h35 | 9:45 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 9:30 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 Sant Carles de la Rapita 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.

Most Sant Carles de la Rapita to Tarragona buses use the Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos to Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco station pair. Use this guide to compare Sant Carles de la Rapita and Tarragona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos is 1 km from Sant Carles de la Rapita city centre. Public transport options include:
Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos. ATMs are available at Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos.
Ticket office support is available at Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos.
Available at Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos: Standard accessibility options available.
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. ATMs are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Ticket office support is available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco.
Available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco: Wheelchair access available.
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