How to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa

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Compare bus and flight for Barcelona to Tarifa

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Tarifa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of S$324 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of S$324, while a flight costs an average of S$524.

Distance: 559 miles (900 km)

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S$524

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S$324

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S$278

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4h 32m

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41h 41m

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41h 11m

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0.9 - 2.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa is a bus with an average price of S$324.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Tarifa:

A bus is S$201 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Tarifa costing on average S$524.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Tarifa take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Tarifa including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Tarifa among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 8h 40m sooner (2h 32m by flight vs 11h 12m by car). Tickets start at around S$524 compared to roughly S$278 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Barcelona to Tarifa

How to get from Barcelona to Tarifa by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM41h45
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    8:15 PMAlgeciras, Estación de Autobuses
    S$1961One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2:30 AM41h45
    Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
    8:15 PMAlgeciras, Estación de Autobuses
    S$1961One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingVY2286
    11:50 AM1h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:40 PMInternational Airport of Jerez La Parra Airport
    S$2221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • VuelingIB5410
    11:50 AM1h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    1:40 PMInternational Airport of Jerez La Parra Airport
    S$3621One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1139+Eurowings Discover4Y500
    6:40 AM6h10
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:50 PMInternational Airport of Jerez La Parra Airport
    S$4941One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH1139+Eurowings DiscoverLH4408
    6:40 AM6h10
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:50 PMInternational Airport of Jerez La Parra Airport
    S$4941One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Tarifa

Travel to Tarifa 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 Barcelona to Tarifa.

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There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Tarifa including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa is a bus with an average price of S$324.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Tarifa:

A bus is S$201 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Tarifa costing on average S$524.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Tarifa is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 32m.

Other travel options to Tarifa take longer:

Bus takes on average 41h 41m.

The distance from Barcelona to Tarifa is approximately 559 miles (900 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Tarifa is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Tarifa as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Tarifa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in International Airport of Jerez La Parra Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants and arrive in Algeciras, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Tarifa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Tarifa by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Tarifa by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Barcelona to Tarifa:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Vueling.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Tarifa often also extend their vacation to go to Tangier, Málaga, Seville, Cádiz, Madrid. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tarifa and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tarifa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tarifa, visitors can enjoy kite surfing at its world-renowned beaches, embark on boat tours for whale and dolphin watching, and relax at Playa de Bolonia, known for its golden sands and nearby Roman ruins of Baelo Claudia. Exploring the charming Tarifa Old Town offers a delightful experience with its narrow streets filled with shops, cafes, and historic architecture. Bird enthusiasts can explore the natural parks around Tarifa, a hotspot for migratory birds. Notable sights include the Castillo de Guzmán el Bueno, offering panoramic views, Playa de Los Lances for wind sports, Isla de las Palomas, the southernmost point of continental Europe, and Punta de Tarifa, where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean.
For a fulfilling experience in Tarifa, spending 3 to 4 days is typically recommended to enjoy its beaches, explore the historical old town, and partake in watersports like kitesurfing.

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