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Tarragona to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Tarragona to Barcelona? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at 75,05 kr, with the average cost for this route around 249,74 kr. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • tis, 15 juli
  • ons, 16 juli
    From 75,05 kr
  • tors, 17 juli
    From 86,55 kr
  • fre, 18 juli
    From 86,55 kr
  • lör, 19 juli
    From 86,55 kr
  • sön, 20 juli
    From 86,55 kr
  • mån, 21 juli
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19:55
Camp De Tarragona
20:39
Barcelona-Sants
44m, Directrenfe
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19:57
Camp De Tarragona
20:51
Barcelona-Sants
54m, Directrenfe
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20:06
Camp De Tarragona
20:46
Barcelona-Sants
40m, Directrenfe
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20:13
Camp De Tarragona
20:57
Barcelona-Sants
44m, DirectIntercit
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20:25
Tarragona
21:37
Barcelona-Sants
1h 12m, Directrenfe
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20:46
Camp De Tarragona
21:24
Paris
38m, Directrenfe
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Tarragona to Barcelona Train Route Details

The Tarragona to Barcelona train ticket is typically from 75,05 kr. The average travel time is 34m, covering a distance of approximately 80 km. There are usually 38 daily trains provided by AVANT EX, Intercit, renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:35
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
34m
Distance
Distance
80 km
Price
Price
From 75,05 kr
Train operators
Train operators
AVANT EX, Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Tarragona to Barcelona

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Tarragona to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Tarragona to Barcelona, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Tarragona to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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