Tarragona to Barcelona train

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Cheap train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
Renfe AVLO
06309
10:10PM0h34
Camp de Tarragona
10:44PMBarcelona Sants
$81One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Renfe REGIONAL
35578
03:09PM2h00
Tarragona station
05:09PMBarcelona Sants
$81One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35523
01:48PM1h49
Tarragona station
03:37PMBarcelona Sants
$91One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35521
10:48AM1h49
Tarragona station
12:37PMBarcelona Sants
$91One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
18262
10:19PM1h50
Tarragona station
12:09AMBarcelona Sants
$91One-way
0 transfers

Tarragona to Barcelona train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Renfe AVANT
08077
07:35AM Camp de Tarragona0h36 08:11AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe
35869
07:47AM Camp de Tarragona0h36 08:23AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
15032
10:01AM Tarragona station1h36 11:37AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03073
10:06AM Camp de Tarragona0h36 10:42AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35521
10:48AM Tarragona station1h49 12:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03091
11:01AM Camp de Tarragona0h36 11:37AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe EUROMED
01092
11:31AM Camp de Tarragona0h45 12:16PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35544
11:43AM Tarragona station1h54 01:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03093
12:00PM Camp de Tarragona0h37 12:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA
00533
12:33PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 01:09PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03943
01:45PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 02:21PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03993
01:45PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 02:21PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35523
01:48PM Tarragona station1h49 03:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03113
02:06PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 02:42PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL
35578
03:09PM Tarragona station2h00 05:09PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
17050
03:22PM Tarragona station1h48 05:10PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE INT
09725
03:46PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 04:22PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35525
04:38PM Tarragona station1h59 06:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVLO
06305
06:06PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 06:42PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVANT
08187
06:27PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 07:03PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
15508
06:38PM Tarragona station1h59 08:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVANT
08207
07:55PM Camp de Tarragona0h40 08:35PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe TORRE DEL ORO
00694
07:56PM Camp de Tarragona0h51 08:47PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03173
08:06PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 08:42PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe INTERCITY
00460
08:13PM Camp de Tarragona0h44 08:57PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
15016
08:35PM Tarragona station2h04 10:39PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
35529
08:41PM Tarragona station1h56 10:37PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03183
08:46PM Camp de Tarragona0h34 09:20PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA
00625
08:54PM Camp de Tarragona0h41 09:35PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVANT
34631
08:54PM Camp de Tarragona0h41 09:35PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA
00631
08:54PM Camp de Tarragona0h41 09:35PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03931
09:18PM Camp de Tarragona0h36 09:54PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe EUROMED
01192
09:19PM Camp de Tarragona0h45 10:04PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA
00437
09:32PM Camp de Tarragona0h48 10:20PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
18096
09:43PM Tarragona station1h25 11:08PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03941
09:55PM Camp de Tarragona0h41 10:36PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03991
09:55PM Camp de Tarragona0h41 10:36PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVLO
06309
10:10PM Camp de Tarragona0h34 10:44PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
18262
10:19PM Tarragona station1h50 12:09AM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect
Renfe AVE
03203
11:08PM Camp de Tarragona0h42 11:50PM Barcelona Sants0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona?

The best time to book your train from Tarragona to Barcelona is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Tarragona to Barcelona route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Tarragona to Barcelona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Tarragona to Barcelona.

Fastest train times from Tarragona to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Oct 09

Fastest Journey

34 m

Average

1 h

Trains per day

40

Distance

82 km

Of the 40 trains that leave Tarragona for Barcelona every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Renfe AVLO
06309
10:10PM0h34
Camp de Tarragona
10:44PMBarcelona Sants
$81One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Renfe AVE
03183
08:46PM0h34
Camp de Tarragona
09:20PMBarcelona Sants
$141One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Renfe AVE
03173
08:06PM0h36
Camp de Tarragona
08:42PMBarcelona Sants
$191One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Renfe AVE
03091
11:01AM0h36
Camp de Tarragona
11:37AMBarcelona Sants
$341One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Renfe AVE INT
09725
03:46PM0h36
Camp de Tarragona
04:22PMBarcelona Sants
$331One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Tarragona to Barcelona

distanceDistance50 miles (81 km)
durationAverage train duration35 min
priceAverage train ticket price$11 (€10)
changesDirect trainYes
carriersTrain providersRenfe Regional Exprés, Renfe Intercity, Renfe REGIONAL, AVE or Renfe AVLO

Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona cover the 50 miles (81 km) long journey taking on average 35 min with our travel partners like Renfe Regional Exprés, Renfe Intercity, Renfe REGIONAL, AVE or Renfe AVLO. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $7 (€6), but the average price of train tickets is $11 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Tarragona and arrive in Barcelona Sants.

Train companies: Renfe Regional Exprés, Renfe and Renfe Intercity from Tarragona to Barcelona trains

Travel between Tarragona and Barcelona from $7 (€6) with Omio’s train partners Renfe Regional Exprés, Renfe and Renfe Intercity! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular journey for you.

Renfe Regional Exprés is a regional train service operated by Renfe, the Spanish national railway company. It operates throughout Spain, with services running from early morning to late evening. Renfe Regional Expres offers a variety of train types, including the Media Distancia, and Larga Distancia. The Media Distancia and Larga Distancia are medium- and long-distance trains, respectively. Ticket types include in this type of train is just Turista. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe Regional Expres are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Valencia, and Madrid-Seville.

Tarragona to Barcelona train information with Renfe Regional Exprés:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: $9

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.

FAQs: Trains from Tarragona to Barcelona

FAQs: Travel by train from Tarragona 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
Cheap train tickets from Tarragona to Barcelona can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tarragona to Barcelona is $11 (€10); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Tarragona to Barcelona is on average 35 min   for the 50 mile (81 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Barcelona from Tarragona by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Tarragona to Barcelona leaves at 7: 08 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Tarragona to Barcelona leaves at 9: 20 PM.
Take the Tarragona to Barcelona train with Renfe Regional Exprés, Renfe Intercity, Renfe REGIONAL, AVE or Renfe AVLO. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route between Tarragona and Barcelona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Tarragona, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Barcelona Sants, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Barcelona from Tarragona is worth doing with a journey time of 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Tarragona to Barcelona by train is February.
You have options as you can travel from Tarragona to Barcelona 2 different ways: bus or train.

Popular train stations from Tarragona to Barcelona

Tarragona
Barcelona
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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Barcelona Sants is the most popular Barcelona train station for Omio travelers, but Barcelona has quite a few train hubs. Find all the information you need to know about the main railway stations in Barcelona for your trip from Tarragona.
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Phone Number
+34 934956020
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Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 06: 00 - 22: 00
Public transit options for Barcelona Sants
Metro lines: L3, L5
Bus lines: A1, A2
Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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