What is the cheapest way to get from Portbou to Salou?

The cheapest way to get from Portbou to Salou is to train via Tarragona which costs €25 - €65 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portbou to Salou?

The fastest way to get from Portbou to Salou is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Portbou and Salou?

No, there is no direct bus from Portbou to Salou. However, there are services departing from Figueres - Estación de Autobuses and arriving at Salou - Monument Jaume I via Barcelona Airport El Prat T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Portbou and Salou?

No, there is no direct train from Portbou to Salou. However, there are services departing from Portbou and arriving at Salou-Port Aventura via Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia and Tarragona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Portbou to Salou?

The distance between Portbou and Salou is 262 km. The road distance is 270.5 km.

How do I travel from Portbou to Salou without a car?

The best way to get from Portbou to Salou without a car is to train via Tarragona which takes 4h 42m and costs €25 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Portbou to Salou?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Portbou to Salou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portbou to Salou bus from?

Portbou to Salou bus services, operated by Sagalés, depart from Figueres - Estación de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Portbou to Salou train from?

Portbou to Salou train services, operated by Rodalies de Catalunya, depart from Portbou station.

Train or bus from Portbou to Salou?

The best way to get from Portbou to Salou is to train via Tarragona which takes 4h 42m and costs €25 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Portbou to Salou bus arrive?

Portbou to Salou bus services, operated by Sagalés, arrive at Barcelona Airport station.

Where does the Portbou to Salou train arrive?

Portbou to Salou train services, operated by Rodalies de Catalunya, arrive at Barcelona-Passeig de Gràcia station.

Can I drive from Portbou to Salou?

Yes, the driving distance between Portbou to Salou is 270 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Portbou to Salou.

How do I get a train ticket from Portbou to Salou?

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Where can I stay near Salou?

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There are 4 ways to get from Portbou to Salou by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train via Tarragona
best
1. Take the train from Portbou to Barcelona-Passeig de Gràciatrain R11
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to Tarragonatrain Re
4h 42m
€25–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Figueres - Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Airportbus 602
2. Take the bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 to Salou - Monument Jaume Ibus
7h 19m
€50–80
Drive 270.5 km
1. Drive from Portbou to Saloucar 270.5 km
2h 53m
€45–64
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Barcelona-Santstrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Reustrain Re
5h 45m
€35–52

Portbou to Salou by train

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Distance: 262.4 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Portbou, Spain and Salou, Spain?

You can take a train from Portbou to Salou-Port Aventura via Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia and Tarragona in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portbou to Salou - Monument Jaume I via Figueres, Figueres - Estación de Autobuses, Barcelona Airport, and Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 in around 7h 19m.

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