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Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as AED 28.22, with the average fare for this route being approximately AED 87.42. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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07:35
Camp De Tarragona
08:11
Barcelona-Sants
36m, Directrenfe
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07:47
Camp De Tarragona
08:23
Barcelona-Sants
36m, DirectAVANT EX
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08:41
Camp De Tarragona
09:15
Barcelona-Sants
34m, Directrenfe
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09:25
Tarragona
10:37
Barcelona-Sants
1h 12m, Directrenfe
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10:06
Camp De Tarragona
10:46
Barcelona-Sants
40m, Directrenfe
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11:03
Camp De Tarragona
11:41
Paris
38m, Directrenfe
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Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants usually begin at AED 28.22. The average travel time is about 34m, spanning a distance of roughly 80 km. AVANT EX, Intercit, renfe provides around 34 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:35
Last train
Last train
23:09
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
34m
Distance
Distance
80 km
Price
Price
From AED 28.22
Train operators
Train operators
AVANT EX, Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Tarragona to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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