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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Showing times and prices for May 31
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
29
Distance
72 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Fast buses
Of the 29 buses that leave Tarragona station for Barcelona El Prat Airport on Sun, May 31, 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 1 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.
Normal5:40 AM1h35Tarragona7:15 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$141One-way0 transfers- Normal9:25 PM1h35Tarragona11:00 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$141One-way0 transfers
- Normal4:20 PM1h35Tarragona5:55 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord$141One-way0 transfers
normal5:30 PM1h25Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses6:55 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers- normal4:30 PM1h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses5:40 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
- normal7:00 AM1h05Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses8:05 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
- normal4:30 PM1h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses5:40 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
- normal9:00 AM1h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses10:10 AMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
- normal3:00 PM1h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses4:10 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
- normal1:30 PM1h10Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses2:40 PMEl Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 44m Average total duration 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is a train with an average price of $15 (€12).
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport costing on average $19 (€16).
The fastest way to travel from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 10m.
Other travel options to Barcelona El Prat Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tarragona station and Barcelona El Prat Airport including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around $19 (€16) compared to roughly $35 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€12). The journey takes 1h 14m versus 1h 0m 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, Alsa, 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.
Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Plana | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Live departures
Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| normal | 10:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 11:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 10:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 11:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 12:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 11:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 12:05 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 12:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 1:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 12:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 1:05 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 2:35 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 2:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 4:20 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 3:00 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 4:05 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 1h35 | 5:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 5:35 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 6:35 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 6:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 7:35 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 6:30 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 7:50 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:25 PM Tarragona | 1h35 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| normal | 4:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 5:10 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 4:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 5:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 6:40 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 5:30 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 6:50 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 5:40 AM Tarragona | 1h35 | 7:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 7:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 8:05 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 9:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 8:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 9:10 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 9:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 10:10 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| normal | 9:00 AM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 10:20 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport
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Buses from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 19:25. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Plana, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat AirportYou can travel by bus between Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport with Plana, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana for as low as $14 (€11). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Plana
About
Plana, also known as Empresa Plana or Bus Plana, is a prominent bus company in Catalonia, Spain, operating since 1964. It serves as a key public transportation provider in Barcelona and the Costa Dorada region, with main operational bases in Tarragona, Reus, Vilanova i la Geltrú, and Barcelona. Plana offers regular bus lines, including official transfers from Barcelona-El Prat and Reus airports to popular destinations like Salou, Cambrils, Tarragona, and La Pineda. The company boasts a modern fleet of over 550 vehicles, many equipped with amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and charging sockets. Plana also provides private bus services for events and excursions.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
$20 (€16)
Plana frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be packed in a bike bag.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
Alsa frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Empresa Plana
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
$12 (€10)
Empresa Plana frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Things to do in Barcelona El Prat Airport
Discover the best of Barcelona El Prat Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barcelona El Prat Airport trip today.
- Must visit
Museu Picasso Barcelona
One of the city’s most visited museums, especially strong on Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona.
- Recommended
Fundació Joan Miró
Important hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with a strong permanent collection and excellent modern art exhibitions.
- Must visit
La Rambla
Barcelona’s famous boulevard lined with historic buildings, street life, and easy access to markets and the old port.
- Must visit
Gothic Quarter
Atmospheric medieval district of narrow lanes, small squares, and centuries-old architecture in the historic core.
- Recommended
Passeig de Gràcia
Elegant avenue known for luxury architecture, major Gaudí landmarks, and some of the city’s finest modernist facades.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Pa Amb Tomàquet
Toasted bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. A Catalan staple served with many meals and one of the region’s most iconic bites.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Escalivada
Roasted aubergine, red peppers, and onion, usually dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
- Gluten-free
Esqueixada De Bacallà
A Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is especially associated with Barcelona and coastal Catalonia.
Enrique Tomás - Aeropuerto Barcelona T1
Well-known Spanish chain specializing in Iberian ham, bocadillos, and quick tapas. Reliable option in Terminal 1 for classic cured-meat flavors.
Arrels By Remei
Catalan-focused airport restaurant by chef Remei Ruscalleda, offering regional dishes in a more polished sit-down setting at Terminal 1.
Pans & Company - Aeroport De Barcelona
Established casual sandwich chain with jamón, tortilla, and Spanish-style bocadillos. Convenient for a quick, familiar meal before departure.
Euro
Airport prices are higher than in central Barcelona. Snacks and coffee are costly, while sit-down meals are notably expensive.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for sandwiches or fast food.
- Mid-range
- EUR 18-30 per person at casual restaurants.
- Fine dining
- EUR 45+ per person at upscale airport dining.
- Coffee
- EUR 2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Service is usually included; round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Little or no tip is expected for coffee, bars, or taxis.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 2.65 EUR
- Day pass
- 11.20 EUR
To the city center
Barcelona El Prat Airport -> Plaça De Catalunya, Barcelona
- Distance
- 15 km
- Travel time
- 35 min
- Bank cards can be used at TMB ticket machines in metro stations, including the airport stations.
- The Airport metro ticket is separate from the standard single ticket, but T-Casual and Hola Barcelona travel cards are often better value for visitors.
FAQs: Bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport 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 Barcelona El Prat Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is $19 (€16) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is 1h 5m to travel the 44 miles (72 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport leaves at 3:40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport leaves at 7:25 PM.
Yes, there are 23 direct buses a day from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport with Plana, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport, you can count on Plana, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Empresa Plana for the best way to get you to Barcelona El Prat Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Tarragona station and Barcelona El Prat Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Barcelona El Prat Airport from Tarragona station is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Tarragona station and Barcelona El Prat Airport including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport for bus company Plana, Alsa.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
- Plana
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport depends on the bus companies:
- Plana
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Plana, Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
- Plana
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 20kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport:
- Plana
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport. The following conditions apply:
- Plana
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport with the following bus company: Plana, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport with the following bus company: Plana, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport with the following bus company: Plana, Alsa.
Since both Tarragona station and Barcelona El Prat Airport are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Tarragona station to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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