Tarragona to Barcelona train

Cheap train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Cheapest

7

Average

12

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

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09:37PMTarragona1h25 11:02PMBarcelona Sants
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71One-way
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09:20PMTarragona1h20 10:40PMBarcelona Sants
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81One-way
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08:27PMTarragona1h10 09:37PMBarcelona Sants
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81One-way
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03:12PMTarragona1h25 04:37PMBarcelona Sants
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81One-way
09:08AMTarragona1h02 10:10AMBarcelona Sants
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251One-way

Train schedule from Tarragona to Barcelona

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09:08AMTarragona1h02 10:10AMBarcelona Sants
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03:12PMTarragona1h25 04:37PMBarcelona Sants
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03:41PMTarragona1h03 04:44PMBarcelona Sants
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07:37PMTarragona1h08 08:45PMBarcelona Sants
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08:27PMTarragona1h10 09:37PMBarcelona Sants
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09:20PMTarragona1h20 10:40PMBarcelona Sants
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09:37PMTarragona1h25 11:02PMBarcelona Sants
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Fastest train times from Tarragona to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Apr 01

Fastest Journey

1 h 2 m

Average

1 h 8 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

82 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Tarragona for Barcelona every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
09:08AMTarragona1h02 10:10AMBarcelona Sants
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251One-way
2nd Fastest
03:41PMTarragona1h03 04:44PMBarcelona Sants
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261One-way
07:37PMTarragona1h08 08:45PMBarcelona Sants
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311One-way
08:27PMTarragona1h10 09:37PMBarcelona Sants
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81One-way
09:20PMTarragona1h20 10:40PMBarcelona Sants
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81One-way

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Overview: Train from Tarragona to Barcelona

distanceDistance50 miles (81 km)
durationAverage train duration1 h 25 min
priceAverage train ticket price$8 (€7)
frequencyTrain frequency33 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 30 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesRenfe EUROMED, Renfe, Renfe Intercity, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Regional Expres, Renfe AVE, Renfe ALVIA or Renfe AVLO

Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona cover the 50 miles (81 km) long trip taking on average 1 h 25 min with our travel partners like Renfe EUROMED, Renfe, Renfe Intercity, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Regional Expres, Renfe AVE, Renfe ALVIA or Renfe AVLO. Normally, there are 33 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $8 (€7), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $8 (€7). Travelers depart most frequently from Tarragona and arrive in Barcelona Sants.

Train providers: Renfe, Renfe AVLO and AVE from Tarragona to Barcelona trains

For as little as $8 (€7) you can travel by train between Tarragona and Barcelona with Renfe, Renfe AVLO and AVE. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

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AVE

Renfe Avlo is a Spanish low-cost high-speed rail service that operates the routes between the cities of Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, and Valencia by the national rail company Renfe. Avlo trains travel at speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All Avlo tickets are in Economy or "Básica" Class with assigned seats and include onboard services like free wifi, onboard-entertainment (via the PlayRenfe app or network), power sockets and vending machines. Child tickets available from 0 to 13 years old then 14 or over counts as an adult ticket. You can upgrade your ticket to bring extra luggage onboard on top of your included backpack and 55x35x25 cm hand luggage with no weight limit. Cheap Avlo tickets start from 7 Euros and are a great option for travelling from Tarragona to Barcelona by train.

    Renfe is Spain’s national train company offering a multitude of domestic routes and international routes to France and Portugal. Renfe is known for its range of ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also has discount cards for qualified travelers like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50, which you can use on Omio. When you ride with Renfe, you can expect to find an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and time needed to travel to your destination. These train types include Renfe AVE for high-speed long-distance routes, Alvia and Altaria for domestic routes in parts of Spain, Euromed for routes along the stunning Mediterranean coast, Avant commuter trains and Trenhotel night trains.

      Enjoy a quick and easy journey on a train between Tarragona and Barcelona with AVE, the high-speed train from Renfe, the main Spanish railroad company and official travel partner of Omio. Search all AVE train schedules and tickets on Omio to find the best deals for a train between Tarragona and Barcelona covering the 50 miles (81 km) distance. Look out for ticket options like Promo, Promo +, and Flexible to find the most convenient Tarragona to Barcelona train ride for you. Renfe AVE even offers discount cards for regular customers, such as the Renfe Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card, which can be used when buying AVE tickets on Omio.

      Renfe covers around 9, 300 miles (15, 000 km) between national and international routes, among which are its AVE routes that connect the main cities of Spain. AVE trains are well-known among travelers for providing ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience. Their trains are the most popular of Renfe’s fleet due to their high speeds reaching up to 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes. They are also popular with travelers due to their premium services onboard, such as a restaurant, bathrooms, WiFi access, and entertainment.


        Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona

        Trains in Spain are an efficient way to travel between cities, with Renfe offering domestic and international train routes. It is easy to catch trains from Tarragona to Barcelona. Trains travel from Tarragona to Barcelona over 30 times per day, with high-speed AVE trains making the journey in just over half an hour. Regular regional Renfe trains can take up to an hour and a half to arrive in Barcelona. All Tarragona to Barcelona trains are direct. The first train departs Tarragona at 7:35 a.m., while the last train leaves at 11:10 p.m. All Tarragona to Barcelona trains depart from either Tarragona or Camp Tarragona train station and arrive at Barcelona's Sants train station.

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        Tarragona to Barcelona Train Cost

        Average prices for Renfe trains from Tarragona to Barcelona when you book in advance

        Booking Period

        Average Price

        Same Day

        €21

        1 Day in Advance

        €20

        1 Week in Advance

        €19

        2 Weeks in Advance

        €17

        1 Month in Advance

        €17

        3 Months in Advance

        €17

        Tarragona to Barcelona Trains: General Information


        Travelers in Spain can offset some of the cost of Tarragona to Barcelona train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.

        • autobus All Tarragona to Barcelona trains are run by Renfe.
        • autobus All Tarragona to Barcelona trains are direct, depart from either Tarragona or Camp Tarragona train station and arrive at Barcelona Sants train station.
        • autobus The Tarragona to Barcelona train journey takes as little as 34 minutes to arrive in Barcelona.
        • autobus Most travelers book their Tarragona to Barcelona train tickets approximately 1 day in advance of the travel date.




        Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Madrid to Barcelona trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:

        • It is 5% cheaper to purchase Madrid to Barcelona train tickets a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the train station.
        • It is 10% cheaper to purchase Madrid to Barcelona train tickets 1 day ahead of when you intend to travel.
        • Madrid to Barcelona train costs are 19% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.

        Deutsche Bahn trains from Tarragona to Barcelona

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        Deutsche Bahn is the main railroad company in Germany. On average, about 40,000 train journeys are made in Germany every day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types—make savings with offers such as the Sparpreis ticket or apply discount cards with the BahnCard. Check whether you can also use them on the DB route from Tarragona to Barcelona. You can find information on ticket cancelation in our Help Center.

        DB has different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its railroads, which differ in terms of comfort and travel time. While restrooms, for example, are part of the standard equipment, other offers such as an on-board restaurant or Wi-Fi access are only available on certain trains. With Omio you can easily check the Deutsche Bahn timetable for your journey from Tarragona to Barcelona and book cheap DB tickets. More information on rail travel in Germany and Europe.


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        Train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona: when to book to save $

        Time Price Savings
        1 week earlier 12 €
        2 weeks earlier 11 €9%
        3 weeks earlier 10 €20%
        1 month before 8 €50%
        2 months earlier 8 €50%
        3 months earlier 10 €20%


        Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from Tarragona - Barcelona. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

        The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

        • Buying your train ticket from Tarragona - Barcelona 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 20% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
        • If you book a ticket Tarragona - Barcelona with 2 months in advance you save up to about 50% compared to the initial price.
        • By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 20%.
        • On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.

        Travel Tips: Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona

        Travel Tips: Travel by train to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tarragona to Barcelona.
        FAQs
        If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Tarragona to Barcelona trains for as little as $8 (€7)  in the next 7 days.
        If you’re looking to purchase your train tickets in the next week, you can expect the Tarragona to Barcelona train price to come in at an average of $8 (€7)  one way.
        The Tarragona to Barcelona train distance is approximately 50 miles (81 km).
        While the time it takes to travel 50 miles (81 km) to Barcelona from Tarragona can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and holidays, the Tarragona to Barcelona train journey time is on average 1 h 25 min.

        When taking the train to Barcelona from Tarragona, you can choose to depart from train stations like Tarragona and Tarragona. Your trip can end in train stations such as Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Passeig De Gracia and Barcelona Estació De França.

        Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Tarragona   and arrive in Barcelona Sants.

        You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Tarragona, located approximately 0.6 miles (958 m) from the city center of Tarragona. The most popular arrival train station in Barcelona, called Barcelona Sants, is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from its city center.

        When taking a train from Tarragona to Barcelona, you can count on Renfe EUROMED, Renfe, Renfe Intercity, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Regional Expres, Renfe AVE, Renfe ALVIA or Renfe AVLO for the best way to get you to Barcelona. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Barcelona from Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
        Yes, there are 30 direct trains a day between Tarragona and Barcelona. If you’re looking for a direct train, consider traveling with Renfe, Renfe Intercity or Renfe Regional Expres. Nonstop train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your train tickets.
        The average number of trains departing Tarragona for Barcelona is 33 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.
        You can take the earliest train from Tarragona to Barcelona at 7: 37 PM   or take the last train from Tarragona to Barcelona leaving at 10: 20 PM. Look for the latest Tarragona to Barcelona train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this route.
        If you buy a train ticket from Tarragona to Barcelona within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average $8 (€7) one way. However, we recommend booking your train in advance to get access to the best prices. Train tickets to Barcelona from Tarragona are generally on sale a few months before the planned departure date.

        Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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        Tarragona is the most popular Tarragona railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Tarragona for your trip to Barcelona.
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