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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Tarragona is to fly and train which costs €40 - €160 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Tarragona is to fly and train which takes 5h 58m and costs €40 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct bus from Bologna to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Tarragona via Florence and Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Tarragona?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Tarragona. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Tarragona via Milano Centrale, Lyon Part Dieu and Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 14m.

How far is it from Bologna to Tarragona?

The distance between Bologna and Tarragona is 935 km. The road distance is 1221.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Tarragona without a car is to train which takes 14h 14m and costs €120 - €280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Bologna to Tarragona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Tarragona bus from?

Bologna to Tarragona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Tarragona train from?

Bologna to Tarragona train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Train or bus from Bologna to Tarragona?

The best way to get from Bologna to Tarragona is to train which takes 14h 14m and costs €120 - €280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €220 and takes 18h 51m.

Where does the Bologna to Tarragona bus arrive?

Bologna to Tarragona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station.

Where does the Bologna to Tarragona train arrive?

Bologna to Tarragona train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Tarragona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Tarragona is 1222 km. It takes approximately 11h 35m to drive from Bologna to Tarragona.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bologna to Tarragona?

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Where can I stay near Tarragona?

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Bologna to Tarragona - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Bologna to Tarragona by plane, train, train (Renfe), bus, car ferry, 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.

Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)BLQ - BCN
2. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragona
5h 58m
€42–153
Train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part DieuFr
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
4. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to TarragonaR15 / ...
14h 14m
€127–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station520 / ...
2. Take the bus from Florence to Barcelona
3. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Tarragona
18h 51m
€65–213
Train, car ferry
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Genova P.Za PrincipeIc
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Genoa to Port de Barcelona
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to TarragonaRe
27h 16m
€101–223
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)FLR - BCN
3. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragona
6h 52m
€48–235
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestre
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)VCE - BCN
3. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragona
7h 49m
€53–185
Train to Verona Villafranca Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Verona Porta Nuova
2. Fly from Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)VRN - BCN
3. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to Tarragona
7h 12m
€63–235
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novella
2. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Barcelona - North Bus Station
3. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to TarragonaR15 / ...
20h 14m
€80–199
Drive 1,221.6 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Tarragona1,221.6 km
11h 35m
€190–274

Bologna to Tarragona by train

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14h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 935.2 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Tarragona, Spain?

You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Tarragona via Milano Centrale, Lyon Part Dieu, and Barcelona Sants in around 14h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bologna Centrale to Tarragona via Florence, Barcelona, and Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord in around 18h 51m.

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