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Torre Vella Exhibition Space
Historic defensive tower used for cultural exhibitions and contemporary art shows; Salou’s best-known small museum venue.
Cheapest price on Oct 18
$4
Average ticket price on Oct 18
$5
Fastest journey on Oct 18
25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 18
28 m
Trains on Oct 18
11
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Altafulla to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altafulla to Salou will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Sun, Oct 18, we found 11 trains from Altafulla to Salou, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 18 the direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Sun, Oct 18 the slowest trains will take 33 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.










Trains from Altafulla to Salou run on average 50 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:32, the last at 09:32. The fastest train covers the 13 miles (21 km) distance in 23m.
Distance 13 miles (21 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 9:32 AM |
Last train 9:32 AM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
The table below shows live departures for Altafulla to Salou trains for today, Saturday, October 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:02 AM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h34 | 7:36 AM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:32 AM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h25 | 9:57 AM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:32 AM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h25 | 11:57 AM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h25 | 1:57 PM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:02 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 1h04 | 4:06 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h34 | 5:06 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h34 | 6:06 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h34 | 7:06 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h33 | 8:05 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:32 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 0h33 | 9:05 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:02 PM Altafulla-tamarit | 7h48 | 6:50 AM Salou | 1 transfer | |
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Historic defensive tower used for cultural exhibitions and contemporary art shows; Salou’s best-known small museum venue.
Open-air heritage route with preserved civil war bunkers and panels explaining coastal defense history around Cape Salou.
Nearby major Roman museum in Tarragona with mosaics and artifacts; a strong museum option for visitors staying in Salou.
Palm-lined seafront promenade and Salou’s signature walking area, linking beaches, fountains, sculptures, and major viewpoints.
Scenic coastal path with coves, cliffs, and lookout points between beaches; one of the best walks for views in Salou.
Historic neighborhood around the church and port, offering a more local atmosphere than the beachfront tourist zone.
Arrossejat is a Costa Daurada rice dish cooked in rich fish stock, often with cuttlefish or prawns. It is a local seaside favorite linked to nearby fishing traditions.
Suquet de peix is a Catalan fisherman’s stew of local fish, potatoes, garlic, and saffron. It is traditional along the Tarragona coast and prized for deep seafood flavor.
Romesco sauce, made with roasted peppers, almonds, hazelnuts, garlic, and olive oil, is a hallmark of Tarragona cuisine. It is served with fish, vegetables, and calçots.
Refined restaurant at Gran Palas Hotel, offering modern Mediterranean cooking and a more elegant atmosphere for special meals.
Established seafood restaurant on the seafront, known for rice dishes, paella, and Mediterranean fish in a relaxed coastal setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled meats, and Spanish favorites. It has a lively, informal atmosphere and a long-standing local following.
Moderate for Costa Dorada resorts: hotels rise in summer, meals are fair, and local buses are affordable versus larger Spanish beach cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altafulla to Salou by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Altafulla to Salou trains use the Altafulla-Tamarit to Port Aventura station pair. Use this guide to compare Altafulla and Salou train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Altafulla-Tamarit has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Altafulla-Tamarit.
Available at Altafulla-Tamarit: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Altafulla-Tamarit.
Port Aventura is 1 km from Salou city centre. Public transport options include:
Port Aventura has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Port Aventura.
Ticket office support is available at Port Aventura.
Available at Port Aventura: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port Aventura: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port Aventura: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel PortAventura, Hotel Caribe, Hotel El Paso.
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