How to get from Tarragona to Madrid
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Tarragona to Madrid by price and travel time.
- 425 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 5h 45m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Tarragona to Madrid. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 45m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 425 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 12, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
425 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €15Older observation | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €24Older observation | 5h 45m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€15Older observation1h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€24Older observation5h 45m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Tarragona to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Tarragona → ValenciabusALSA·3h
- 2Valencia → MadridtrainOuigo Spain·2h 01m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairPalma de Mallorca-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with ALSA, Ouigo Spain, Ryanair; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Tarragona to Madrid works
Start with a ALSA bus from Tarragona to Valencia, about 3h. Transfer in Valencia and continue by Ouigo Spain train on to Madrid (2h 1m). In total it's roughly €24 over 5h 45m, 1 transfer.
Tarragona to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Tarragona to Madrid?
The most useful route takes about 5h 45m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Tarragona to Madrid?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Tarragona to Madrid?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Madrid from Tarragona?
About 425 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Tarragona to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €15 to €38. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Tarragona to Madrid?
On this route you travel with ALSA, Ouigo Spain, Ryanair.
What is the cheapest way to get from Tarragona to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ALSA, Ouigo Spain
Route calculated: 13 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 12 Oct 2026