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

The cheapest way to get from Portbou to Tarragona is to train which costs €28 - €80 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portbou to Tarragona is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Portbou and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct train from Portbou to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from Port-Bou and arriving at Tarragona via Girona and Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Portbou to Tarragona?

The distance between Portbou and Tarragona is 246 km. The road distance is 258.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Portbou to Tarragona without a car is to train via Girona which takes 3h 24m and costs €30 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Portbou to Tarragona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portbou to Tarragona train from?

Portbou to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Port-Bou station.

Where does the Portbou to Tarragona train arrive?

Portbou to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Girona station.

Can I drive from Portbou to Tarragona?

Yes, the driving distance between Portbou to Tarragona is 258 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portbou to Tarragona.

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

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Where can I stay near Tarragona?

There are 3497+ hotels available in Tarragona.

Portbou to Tarragona - 5 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Portbou to Tarragona by train (Renfe, TGV), car, or train (Renfe)

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Train via Girona
best
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Gironatrain Re
2. Take the train from Girona to Barcelona-Santstrain Avn / ...
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Tarragonatrain Re / ...
3h 24m
€31–68
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Barcelona-Paseo De Graciatrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to Tarragonatrain Re
3h 56m
€28–80
Drive 258.4 km
1. Drive from Portbou to Tarragonacar 258.4 km
2h 47m
€41–59
Train #2
1. Take the train from Port-Bou to Gironatrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Girona to Camp De Tarragonatrain Ave
4h 10m
€35–74
Train #3
1. Take the train from Portbou to Barcelona Santstrain R11
2. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragonatrain R15 / ...
4h 14m
€29–80

Portbou to Tarragona by train

228Weekly Trains

3h 24mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.9 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Port-Bou to Tarragona via Girona and Barcelona-Sants in around 3h 24m.

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