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Museu de Tortosa
City museum in the former slaughterhouse, with archaeology, fine arts, and exhibitions that explain Tortosa’s history and identity.
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
70 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarragona to Tortosa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Tortosa will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 5 buses that leave Tarragona for Tortosa on Sun, May 31, 5 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 70 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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 Tarragona to Tortosa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $3.
Distance: 43 miles (70 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Tortosa:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tarragona to Tortosa costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to Tortosa take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 5m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 1h 6m by car) and save roughly $5 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $18 (€14)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Hife, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Hife | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Tortosa buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 1:00 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1h15 | 2:15 PM Tortosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:15 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1h10 | 4:25 PM Tortosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1h50 | 5:20 PM Tortosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1h15 | 6:45 PM Tortosa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 1h15 | 9:45 PM Tortosa | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Tarragona to Tortosa run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 43 miles (70 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 43 miles (70 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Tortosa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tortosa trip today.
City museum in the former slaughterhouse, with archaeology, fine arts, and exhibitions that explain Tortosa’s history and identity.
Cathedral museum displaying liturgical art, painting, sculpture, and treasury pieces linked to one of the city’s most important religious monuments.
Interpretation center focused on Tortosa’s Renaissance heritage, useful for understanding the city’s major festival and historic urban development.
Riverside promenade ideal for walking, photography, and open views of the Ebro, bridges, and Tortosa skyline.
Historic center with layered medieval, Gothic, and Renaissance heritage, best explored on foot through narrow streets and squares.
Viewpoint area near the castle with sweeping panoramas over Tortosa, the river, and surrounding landscapes.
Traditional rice-and-blood sausage from the Ebro area, seasoned and commonly served grilled or in stews. It is one of Tortosa's most characteristic local meats.
European eel from the Ebro Delta, prepared grilled, stewed, or pan-fried. The delta's wetlands made eel a classic local ingredient.
Rice dishes made with the famous Ebro Delta rice, often with seafood, duck, or vegetables. The nearby delta is one of Spain's best-known rice-growing regions.
Established restaurant on the outskirts of Tortosa known for traditional Ebro cooking, grilled meats, rice dishes, and a classic masia atmosphere.
Well-known central restaurant in Tortosa offering refined Catalan and Mediterranean cuisine with rice, seafood, and seasonal products in an elegant setting.
Popular traditional restaurant associated with rice dishes and local seafood from the Ebro area, with a relaxed and dependable regional style.
Prices are moderate by Spanish standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels cost more in peak season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Round up taxi fares; tipping is not expected elsewhere.
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Tortosa Railway Station, Tortosa -> Plaça D'Alfons XII, Tortosa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Tortosa 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 Tortosa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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