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

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Salou is to rideshare which costs €5 - €11 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Salou is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Salou?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia and arriving at Salou - Monument Jaume I. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Salou?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Salou. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia and arriving at Salou-Port Aventura via Tarragona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Salou?

The distance between Barcelona and Salou is 122 km. The road distance is 107.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Barcelona to Salou without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 39m and costs €9 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Barcelona to Salou, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Salou bus from?

Barcelona to Salou bus services, operated by Empresa Plana, depart from Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Salou train from?

Barcelona to Salou train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia station.

Train or bus from Barcelona to Salou?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Salou is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €5 - €55 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Barcelona to Salou bus arrive?

Barcelona to Salou bus services, operated by Empresa Plana, arrive at Salou - Monument Jaume I station.

Where does the Barcelona to Salou train arrive?

Barcelona to Salou train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Tarragona station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Salou?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Salou is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Barcelona to Salou.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Salou?

Book your Barcelona to Salou bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Salou?

There are 3287+ hotels available in Salou.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Salou?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Salou. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barcelona to Salou - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barcelona to Salou by train, bus, rideshare, train (Renfe), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Camp De TarragonaAve
2. Take the bus from Estació del Camp de Tarragona to Pl. Europa - Hotel Salou PrincessL50
1h 39m
€10–60
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Salou106.7 km
1h 35m
€5–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia to Salou - Monument Jaume I
2h 35m
€18–35
Train
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to TarragonaRe
2h 1m
€6–51
Drive 107.8 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Salou107.8 km
1h 14m
€17–25

Barcelona to Salou by train and bus

119Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.6 km
Duration: 1h 39m

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

Empresa Plana operates a bus from Barcelona, Passeig de Gràcia to Salou - Monument Jaume I hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to Tarragona hourly. Tickets cost €8–50 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Two other operators also service this route.

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