The average train between Tarragona and Portbou takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h. The train service runs several times per day from Tarragona to Portbou. 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 3 hours between Tarragona and Portbou. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tarragona is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Portbou at 8:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Barcelona-Sants and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 55m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Tarragona to Portbou? 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 Tarragona to Portbou. However, there are services departing from Tarragona station and arriving at Portbou station via Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Tarragona to Portbou train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Tarragona station.
Tarragona to Portbou train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Portbou station.
Book your Tarragona to Portbou train tickets online with Renfe Cercanias, Renfe Viajeros and 2 other operators.
The distance between Tarragona and Portbou is 215.2 km. The road distance is 246 km.
You can take a train from Tarragona to Portbou via Barcelona-Sants and Girona in around 3h 38m.