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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
429 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Avignon will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 1 buses that leave Tarragona for Avignon on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 429 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a train costs an average of $100.
Distance: 266 miles (429 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Avignon:
A bus is $133 (€107) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarragona to Avignon costing on average $223 (€180).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 9h 9m.
Tickets start at around $90 (€73) compared to roughly $107 (€86) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 9h 9m versus 5h 21m 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 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Avignon buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:05 PM Tarragona | 13h45 | 12:50 PM Avignon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tarragona to Avignon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 266 miles (429 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 266 miles (429 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Avignon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avignon trip today.
Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
The city's main fine arts and archaeology museum, with paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and antiquities in an elegant 18th-century mansion.
Major contemporary art museum featuring rotating exhibitions and works from the Lambert collection in restored historic buildings.
Grand square in front of the Palais des Papes, ideal for taking in the monumental setting and street life.
Shaded hilltop gardens with scenic overlooks, ponds, and one of the best walking spots inside central Avignon.
One of Avignon's most atmospheric streets, lined with old water wheels, stone buildings, and a lively creative vibe.
A traditional Provençal beef stew slowly braised in red wine, herbs, garlic, and olives. It is a classic around Avignon and showcases the robust flavors of inland Provence.
A famous Provençal vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, onions, and olive oil. It is closely associated with the region and is a staple of summer cooking.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, often with herbs and olive oil. In Avignon and wider Provence, it is prized for simple, rustic Mediterranean flavors.
A well-known contemporary French restaurant appreciated for creative tasting menus, careful presentation, and a calm intimate dining room.
A respected Avignon restaurant offering modern French cooking with regional ingredients in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A long-established favorite in Avignon serving refined French and Provençal dishes in a warm, classic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and festival periods cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is appreciated; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
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