What is the cheapest way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The cheapest way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona is to train via Barcelona which costs €23 - €60 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The fastest way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between l'Escala and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct bus from l'Escala to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from L'Escala and arriving at Tarragona via Barcelona Airport El Prat T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between l'Escala and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct train from l'Escala to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from Flassa and arriving at Tarragona via Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The distance between l'Escala and Tarragona is 228 km. The road distance is 229.2 km.

How do I travel from l'Escala to Tarragona without a car?

The best way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €23 - €60.

How long does it take to get from l'Escala to Tarragona?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from l'Escala to Tarragona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the l'Escala to Tarragona bus from?

l'Escala to Tarragona bus services, operated by Moventis, depart from L'Escala station.

Where do I catch the l'Escala to Tarragona train from?

l'Escala to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Flassa station.

Train or bus from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The best way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €23 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €60 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the l'Escala to Tarragona bus arrive?

l'Escala to Tarragona bus services, operated by Moventis, arrive at Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 station.

Where does the l'Escala to Tarragona train arrive?

l'Escala to Tarragona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia station.

Can I drive from l'Escala to Tarragona?

Yes, the driving distance between l'Escala to Tarragona is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from l'Escala to Tarragona.

How do I get a bus ticket from l'Escala to Tarragona?

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Where can I stay near Tarragona?

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l'Escala to Tarragona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from l'Escala to Tarragona by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Flassa to Barcelona-Paseo De Graciatrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to Tarragonatrain Re
3h 52m
€23–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from L'Escala to Barcelona Airport El Prat T1bus 1
2. Take the bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 to Tarragonabus Barcelona
4h 30m
€45–56
Drive 229.2 km
1. Drive from l'Escala to Tarragonacar 229.2 km
2h 23m
€38–54
Train via Barcelona
1. Take the train from Flaçà to Barcelona Santstrain R11
2. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragonatrain R15 / ...
4h 17m
€23–57

l'Escala to Tarragona by bus and train

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Distance: 228.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain and Tarragona, Spain?

You can take a bus from L'Escala Pobla Sec to Tarragona via Flaça, Flassa, and Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from L'Escala to Tarragona via Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 in around 4h 30m.

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