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From Madrid to Tarragona by train, bus and carpooling

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The next cheapest train, bus and carpooling ticket from Madrid to Tarragona is on Tuesday 15 September 2026. Book it now before the price goes up!

Trip info

424 kmDistance
28€ - 382€Prices
0.76 millions of Km traveled by our travelers
DirectTrip type
2h21Trip duration
logo Renfelogo iryologo ALSAlogo Flixbus
CarriersRenfe, Iryo, Alsa, FlixBus, Blablacar.
Detailed itinerary
🚄 Train🚌 Bus🚌 + 🚄 Combined trips🚗 Carpooling
Price range

35€ - 357€

182€ - 182€

54€ - 382€

28€ - 162€

Duration

2h21 - 8h54

10h25 - 10h25

6h50 - 10h42

5h10 - 6h40

ItineraryDirect1 stop1 stopDirect
Departure station
Arrival station
CompaniesRenfe, IryoAlsa, FlixBusAlsa, Renfe, Iryo, FlixBusBlablacar
First trip13h5719h0513h5713h55
Last trip19h0519h0519h0519h05
Number of daily trips341311

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Traveling from Madrid to Tarragona
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I emit 98.65% less CO2

91.1
kg CO₂e
10%
14.2
t-shirts en coton
153
litres de café
7.69
années de chauffage électrique par m²
61.5
kg d'avocat
12.5
repas avec du boeuf
3.63
jeans
199
kg d'aubergine
142
kg de pastèque
8,320
km en vélo (ou trottinette) à assistance électrique
191
kg de fraise
158
kg de chou de bruxelles
179
repas végétariens
81.4
litres de bière
690,215
litres d'eau du robinet

If you travel by train from Madrid to Tarragona, you will emit 1.24kg of CO2 on your own. The good side is that it's always less than taking a plane or your own vehicle. That's why we encourage you to opt for public transportation as much as possible Madrid Tarragona. PS: You can compare CO2 emissions with our tool at the top of this page!

Madrid Tarragona by train, bus and carpooling: tickets, prices, and schedules

For a trip by train, bus and carpooling Madrid Tarragona, you have choices!

A ticket from train Renfe, train Iryo, bus Alsa, bus FlixBus, and carpooling Blablacar Madrid Tarragona, the field of possibilities is open to you!

Obviously, ticket prices will vary. Because you will have the chance to travel in just 0h between Madrid and Tarragona.

In the end, it doesn't seem that long this journey from Madrid to Tarragona despite being 424 kilometers apart.

Great news! Your trip Madrid Tarragona by train, bus and carpooling is available as a direct route on Tictactrip.

In other words, you can book your direct from Madrid to Tarragona right now!

Book your from Madrid to Tarragona ticket in train, bus and carpooling starting from 28 € .

There's no reason to hesitate, for such a trip that lasts at least 2h21, it's a bargain to seize!

But if you want to be sure to book your ticket at the best time, to get the best price, use our comparator just above!

It will tell you how many days in advance you should book to get the best price. Handy ;)

How to travel from Madrid to Tarragona with Tictactrip

From Madrid to Tarragona by bus 🚌

You should expect a minimum price of 182€ for a journey direct Madrid Tarragona. Depending on the date of your search on Tictactrip, the price for the journey Madrid Tarragona can go up to 182€ (on average, it costs 182€).The very first departure of bus Madrid Tarragona of the day takes place at 19h05, and the last one is usually at 19h05. The average duration of this journey is 10h25.  The travel time from Madrid to Tarragona is generally between 10h25 and 10h25. This is carried out and offered by Alsa and FlixBus. It usually departs from and arrives at .  Generally, there is every day 1 buses Madrid Tarragona.

From Madrid to Tarragona by train 🚄

The journey direct Madrid Tarragona is offered by the following companies: Renfe and Iryo. On average, the travel time for direct Madrid Tarragona is 4h07, ranging from 2h21 to 8h54 at most. The price often fluctuates between 35€ and 357€, with an average direct Madrid Tarragona price of 140€.The first daily departure of train Madrid Tarragona will take place at 13h57 while the last one will be at 19h05.  
From , you will normally arrive at .
 Every day, you have the choice between 34 trains Madrid Tarragona.

From Madrid to Tarragona by multimodal 🚌 + 🚄

For a one-way Madrid Tarragona by multimodal, you have an direct Madrid Tarragona route with a price ranging from 54€ to 382€, and the travel duration for from Madrid to Tarragona is between 6h50 and 10h42.Your first option of the day is a multimodal Madrid Tarragona departing at 13h57 while the last one leaves at 19h05.  The average booking price for an direct Madrid Tarragona ticket is 107€ for an average travel time of 9h01.  the companies Alsa and Renfe and Iryo and FlixBus accomplish this journey. It initially departs from and arrives at .  Depending on the days, you will have a choice of 3 combined trips Madrid Tarragona per day.

From Madrid to Tarragona by carpooling 🚗

The journey Madrid-Tarragona by carpooling is offered by Blablacar. Prices range from 28€ to 162€, and the trips last between 5h10 and 6h40.

Frequently Asked Questions about Madrid - Tarragona

How much does a bus Madrid Tarragona cost?

Your bus from Madrid to Tarragona journey will cost you a minimum of 182 €. On average, you can book your bus ticket for this trip at 182 €, while it can rise, during peak times, to 182 €. The price of this journey depends in part on when you conduct your search and make your reservation. The earlier you do it, the better for your wallet!

How long is the trip Madrid Tarragona by bus?

Your bus from Madrid to Tarragona journey will be at least 10h25 long. On average, expect this journey to last 10h25, with a maximum travel time of 10h25.

When is the first bus Madrid Tarragona leaving?

The very first journey by bus from Madrid to Tarragona departs at 19h05. If you want to leave later, you can still take a bus from Madrid to Tarragona at 19h05. This is the last daily schedule for this journey.

How many bus Madrid Tarragona are there every day ?

Every day, you have the choice of 1 bus from Madrid to Tarragona that are in circulation. In other words, you have plenty of departure and arrival times to choose from. But be careful, as the ticket prices also vary accordingly!

How much does a train ticket from Madrid to Tarragona cost?

Expect at least 35 € for a train from Madrid to Tarragona. Depending on the period of your search, the price of the Madrid Tarragona journey can rise to 357 €. A train from Madrid to Tarragona costs an average of 140 €.

How long does the trip from Madrid to Tarragona take by train?

You can expect at least 2h21 for a train from Madrid to Tarragona. Your trip from Madrid to Tarragona can take up to 8h54 depending on the time of day and the train company you choose. Your Madrid Tarragona trip in train lasts on average 4h07.

What is the departure time of the train from Madrid to Tarragona?

Would you like to know the first and last departure times of your train from Madrid to Tarragona? You're in the right place! Every day, the first departure of the train Madrid Tarragona takes place at 13h57. Conversely, the very last departure is at 19h05. Are you more of a morning person or always leaving at the last minute?

How many train are there from Madrid to Tarragona per day?

34 trains from Madrid to Tarragona circulate every day. You have no excuse not to travel.

How much does a carpooling Madrid Tarragona cost?

The minimum price for a carpooling Madrid Tarragona journey is 28 €. Depending on the number of days in advance of your search, the price can go up to 162 € if you wait until the last moment. On average, a carpooling from Madrid to Tarragona ticket costs 46 €.

How long is the trip Madrid Tarragona by carpooling?

The minimum duration of a journey on carpooling Madrid Tarragona is 5h10. The maximum duration, on the other hand, is 6h40. On average, a from Madrid to Tarragona journey by carpooling takes 5h47.

When is the first carpooling Madrid Tarragona leaving?

The first carpooling Madrid Tarragona departs at 13h55, while the last one leaves at 19h05.

How many carpooling Madrid Tarragona are there every day ?

Every day, there are approximately 11 carpooling Madrid Tarragona.

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