What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante to Tarragona?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante to Tarragona is to bus which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante to Tarragona?

The fastest way to get from Alicante to Tarragona is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante and Tarragona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant and arriving at Tarragona. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Camp De Tarragona via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Alicante to Tarragona?

The distance between Alicante and Tarragona is 457 km. The road distance is 411.3 km.

How do I travel from Alicante to Tarragona without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante to Tarragona without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €55 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Alicante to Tarragona?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Alicante to Tarragona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Tarragona bus from?

Alicante to Tarragona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where do I catch the Alicante to Tarragona train from?

Alicante to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train or bus from Alicante to Tarragona?

The best way to get from Alicante to Tarragona is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Alicante to Tarragona bus arrive?

Alicante to Tarragona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Tarragona station.

Where does the Alicante to Tarragona train arrive?

Alicante to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Camp De Tarragona station.

Can I drive from Alicante to Tarragona?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante to Tarragona is 411 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Alicante to Tarragona.

How do I get a train ticket from Alicante to Tarragona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alicante to Tarragona?

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Where can I stay near Tarragona?

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Alicante to Tarragona - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Alicante to Tarragona by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Camp De Tarragonatrain Eur / ...
5h 28m
€58–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Tarragonabus ALSA - Ejid-Manr / ...
6h 10m
€29–60
Drive 411.3 km
1. Drive from Alicante to Tarragonacar 411.3 km
4h 19m
€67–96
Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport, train
1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane ALC - BCN
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Tarragonatrain
4h 31m
€42–135
Bus via Valencia
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Estació d'Autobusos de Valènciabus Alsa - 710 / ...
2. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de València to Tarragona - Pl. Imperial Tàrracobus
8h 10m
€36–76
Train to Valencia Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Estació del Nordtrain
2. Fly from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane VLC - BCN
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Tarragonatrain
6h 32m
€88–217

Alicante to Tarragona by train and bus (Renfe)

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 457 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Alicante, Spain and Tarragona, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Camp De Tarragona every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–80 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Tarragona 4 times a day. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h 10m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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