The average train between Portbou and Salou takes 7h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Portbou to Salou. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Portbou and Salou. The earliest departure is at 8:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Portbou is at 8:25 PM which arrives into Salou at 9:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Girona and take an average of 7h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Portbou to Salou? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Portbou to Salou. However, there are services departing from Portbou station and arriving at Salou station via Girona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.
Portbou to Salou train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Portbou station.
Portbou to Salou train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Camp De Tarragona station.
Book your Portbou to Salou train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros, Rodalies de Catalunya and Renfe AVE.
The distance between Portbou and Salou is 224.9 km. The road distance is 283 km.
You can take a train from Portbou to Salou - Pl Europa - Hotel Salou Princess via Girona, Camp De Tarragona, and Estació del Camp de Tarragona in around 4h 30m.