- Must visit
Museo Salzillo
Museum dedicated to sculptor Francisco Salzillo, best known for its exceptional Baroque religious sculptures and Holy Week processional groups.
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Murcia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Murcia will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 16 buses that leave Tarragona for Murcia on Wed, Jun 03, 4 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 403 km distance in an average of 8 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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 Tarragona to Murcia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $117 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Murcia:
A bus is $46 (€38) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarragona to Murcia costing on average $117 (€95).
Other travel options to Murcia take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 19m.
Train takes on average 7h 27m.
Tickets start at around $70 (€57) compared to roughly $96 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 7h 19m versus 5h 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 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 02:25AM | Arrival Time 01:26PM | Duration 11h01 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Murcia 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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Normal | 2:25 AM Tarragona | 9h20 | 11:45 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 2:25 AM Tarragona | 8h05 | 10:30 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:25 AM Tarragona | 11h35 | 2:00 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:25 AM Tarragona | 11h01 | 1:26 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 12h25 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 10h10 | 8:30 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:20 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 12h25 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 9h45 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 1:00 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 13h15 | 2:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona | 9h15 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona | 9h15 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona | 12h45 | 2:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Tarragona | 9h15 | 10:45 PM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 PM Tarragona | 7h45 | 2:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Tarragona | 7h45 | 2:15 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Tarragona | 8h30 | 5:00 AM Murcia, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tarragona to Murcia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) 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 45m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Murcia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Murcia trip today.
Museum dedicated to sculptor Francisco Salzillo, best known for its exceptional Baroque religious sculptures and Holy Week processional groups.
The city’s main fine arts museum, with paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts spanning several centuries in a historic setting.
Regional archaeology museum presenting Iberian, Roman, and Islamic finds that help explain Murcia’s long urban history.
Murcia’s most important square, framed by the cathedral and episcopal palace, and a prime place to appreciate the city’s monumental core.
Historic pedestrian street linking major central sights, lined with elegant architecture and always lively with shoppers and walkers.
Traditional old-town street known for heritage facades and a classic Murcia atmosphere, ideal for a short architectural stroll.
A classic Murcian tapa of scrambled egg with courgette and onion, sometimes with potato. It is one of the city’s most emblematic traditional dishes.
A signature Murcia tapa made with a Russian salad on a breadstick and topped with an anchovy. It is especially associated with local bars and aperitif culture.
Murcia’s famous round puff pastry pie filled with minced meat, egg, and chorizo. It is a historic local specialty protected by strong regional tradition.
A well-known traditional restaurant in Murcia celebrated for refined regional cuisine, rice dishes, and classic Murcian products in a warm, elegant setting.
An established local favourite with a long reputation for Murcian cooking, seafood, rice, and tapas. The atmosphere is polished but still rooted in regional tradition.
A historic and respected Murcia dining room known for classic service, local recipes, and a more formal atmosphere suited to traditional regional dining.
Murcia is cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change for cafés is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, but tipping is not expected.
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Murcia Estacion de Autobuses, Murcia -> Plaza de las Flores, Murcia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Murcia 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 Murcia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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