How to travel from Girona to Tarragona

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Compare train for Girona to Tarragona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Girona to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a bus costs an average of €15.

Distance: 101 miles (163 km)

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€12

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€15

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€33

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2h 45m

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2h 15m

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3h 5m

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2h 35m

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2h 14m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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Sagales

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Compare ways to travel from Girona to Tarragona

Compare the available ways to get from Girona to Tarragona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Girona to Tarragona is a train with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Girona to Tarragona:

A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Girona to Tarragona costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Girona to Tarragona is by train with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 5m.

Yes, you can take a train between Girona and Tarragona.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Girona to Tarragona among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 2h 15m versus 2h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Girona to Tarragona

How to get from Girona to Tarragona by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Girona to Tarragona is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe15870 · 15039
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Renfe15870 · 15039
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AVE03162
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe15852 · 15005
    1 transfer
  • Renfe15866 · 15035
    1 transfer
  • Renfe15854 · 18125
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Girona to Tarragona

Travel to Tarragona 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 Girona to Tarragona.

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You can travel between Girona and Tarragona by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Girona to Tarragona is a train with an average price of €12.

This is compared to other travel options from Girona to Tarragona:

A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Girona to Tarragona costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Girona to Tarragona is by train with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Tarragona take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 5m.

The distance from Girona to Tarragona is approximately 101 miles (163 km).
The average frequency per day from Girona to Tarragona is:
  • Around 57 trains per day.
  • Around 57 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Girona and Tarragona as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Girona to Tarragona:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Girona station and arrive in Tarragona station.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from {departureStation_2} and arrive in Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Girona to Tarragona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Sagales, Plana, Alsa to go to Tarragona by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe, Renfe MD, AVE, Renfe EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY to go to Tarragona by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Girona to Tarragona:
  • 4 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe EUROMED.
Omio customers who travel from Girona to Tarragona often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Zaragoza, Barcelona El Prat Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tarragona and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tarragona to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Tarragona, visitors can explore the National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona to learn about the city's Roman history, shop for local produce at the vibrant Mercat Central de Tarragona, and enjoy a stroll along Rambla Nova. The El Serrallo district offers a charming maritime atmosphere with seafood restaurants. Tarragona also boasts sandy beaches ideal for sunbathing and swimming. Key sights include the Tarragona Amphitheatre, Tarragona Cathedral, Roman Circus, Balcó del Mediterrani, and the Pont del Diable Roman aqueduct.
To fully enjoy Tarragona's rich history, Roman ruins, beaches, and gastronomy, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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