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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Tarragona
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Tarragona
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Avenida de América
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Tarragona to Madrid

Bus
Average PriceUS$61 - US$64Average Duration7h 15m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$50 - US$223Average Duration2h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$26 - US$70Average Duration5h 40m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tarragona to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
2h 45mAverage Duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tarragona to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$63
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure1:45pm
Distance413 km
Latest bus departure9:35pm

Tarragona to Madrid Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tarragona - Madrid

  1. How far is Tarragona from Madrid?

    The distance between Tarragona and Madrid is approximately 425 km (264 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Tarragona to Madrid?

    Buses departing from Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona in Tarragona will take you to Madrid-Barajas Airport in Madrid.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tarragona to Madrid was searched and found on Jun 24, 2025 with a price of US$57

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tarragona to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Tarragona to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57 which is on 2025-06-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Tarragona to Madrid, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tarragona to Madrid.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Tarragona to Madrid while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Tarragona by bus?

Bus from Tarragona to Madrid

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Train from Tarragona to Madrid

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