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 €15 - €27 and takes 4h 12m.

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 21m.

How far is it from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The distance between l'Escala and Tarragona is 228 km. The road distance is 229 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 56m and costs €15 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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.

Train or bus from l'Escala to Tarragona?

The best way to get from l'Escala to Tarragona is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs €15 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus via L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, which costs €35 - €45 and takes 4h 21m.

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.

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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from l'Escala to Tarragona by train (Renfe), bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Flaçà to Barcelona-Passeig De GràciaR11
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia to TarragonaRe
3h 56m
€15–71
Bus via L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
1. Take the bus from L'Escala to Barcelona Airport El Prat T11
2. Take the bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 to TarragonaBarcelona
4h 21m
€37–44
Drive 229 km
1. Drive from l'Escala to Tarragona229 km
2h 23m
€36–52
Train via Barcelona
1. Take the train from Flaçà to Barcelona SantsR11 / ...
2. Take the train from Barcelona Sants to TarragonaR15 / ...
4h 12m
€15–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from L'Escala Pobla Sec to Girona, Estació d'Autobusos11
2. Take the bus from Girona to TarragonaFlixBus N1133
5h 14m
€24–32

l'Escala to Tarragona by bus and train

49Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from l'Escala to Tarragona.

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Distance: 228.3 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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, Flaçà, and Barcelona-Paseo De Gracia in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from L'Escala to Tarragona via Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 in around 4h 21m.

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