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Travel from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by train in 9 hours 57 minutes

If you want to know more about the journey from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by train, look no further!

The average journey time from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by train is 17 hours 45 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours 57 minutes. Around 6 trains per day travel the 266 miles (429 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way to Tarragona Estació. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with AVE or Renfe, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. You can check prices from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació in our Journey Planner.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times, as well as tips on how to find cheap train tickets.

Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by train

First train

08:51

Last train

19:01

Departure station

Alhama de Murcia

Arrival station

Tarragona Estació

Journey time

From 9h 57m

Distance

266 miles (429 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

iryo, Renfe, ALSA

FAQs about the train journey from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació

Want to know more about your journey from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació?

You can get from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by train in 17 hours and 45 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 9 hours and 57 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació take?

The average journey time by train between Alhama de Murcia and Tarragona Estació is 17 hours and 45 minutes, with around 6 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Is it possible to get a high-speed train from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació?

Yes, it is possible to travel on a high-speed train from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació. There are often different amenities available on board high-speed trains from AVE and iryo - take a look at the classes and onboard services. The fastest trip on a high-speed train can take 9 hours and 57 minutes.

What's the fastest journey time between Alhama de Murcia and Tarragona Estació by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació is 9 hours and 57 minutes.

Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació train times

Check out the next trains departing from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació for Tuesday 17th December 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
07:5120:1012h 19m, 3 changes
10:4520:429h 57m, 2 changes
13:4707:2817h 41m, 4 changes
16:4414:1021h 26m, 5 changes
16:4415:5623h 12m, 3 changes
18:0115:5621h 55m, 4 changes

AVE, iryo, Renfe and Euromed trains from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació

You can travel from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació on AVE, iryo, Renfe and Euromed trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.

Operating since the end of 2022, iryo is a new high-speed train company in Spain. It’s a consortium between the Spanish airline Air Norstrum and the train company Trenitalia, one of the greatest leaders in European rail transport. The first private Spanish high-speed company to operate, iryo runs high-speed services on the Madrid – Zaragoza – Barcelona route and connects Madrid – Cuenca – Valencia/Alicante and Madrid – Cordoba – Seville/Malaga. They are doing this all with a fleet of ETR1000 model trains that offer the highest level of comfort in Spain, with a combination of advanced propulsion and highest quality onboard services, including WiFi connection and catering service. 98% of the parts of the trains are 100% recyclable, making this trip sustainable as well!

Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.

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Euromed is Renfe's high-speed service that travels along the Mediterranean coast. Able to travel at 155 mph (250 km/h), Euromed trains run on the Barcelona – Tarragona – Castellón – Valencia – Alicante route - also known as the "Mediterranean Corridor". With a frequency of up to 12 daily trips between these cities, Euromed trains offer two classes on board – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). Designed by Talgo, the trains that run between Barcelona and Alicante offer 63 seats in Preferente and 236 in Turista, with 11 carriages (including a food carriage) and two locomotives, which allows them to travel in both directions.

iryo and AVE classes from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació

Compare the different travel classes offered by iryo and AVE when travelling from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació.

Onboard services on iryo and AVE

Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació.

LuggageLuggageLuggage

You can carry up to 3 pieces of luggage on iryo trains, as long as they do not exceed 25kg in total. These 3 pieces can be 2 suitcases with a maximum size of 85 x 55 x 35cm and a backpack or handbag that does not exceed the dimensions of 36 x 27 x 15cm.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

iryo offers different menus with high-quality products in all classes. You can buy your favourite meal from their onboard restaurant/bar carriage, which is usually near coach 2.

If you’re travelling in the Infinita Bistró Class, you can enjoy the Infinita Bistró food service – your meal will be served straight to your seat. Please note that you’ll need to book your meal at least 24 hours in advance.

WiFiWiFiEntertainment

You can enjoy free WiFi in all classes on iryo trains, as well as an onboard entertainment platform providing a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news and Spotify.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerTravel with children

Children aged 0-3 travel for free on all iryo trains. Children aged 4-13 get a discounted ticket while those aged 14-18 need to pay the full price. Please note that children aged under 18 need to be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeBikes

You can take your bike on board iryo trains for free if it’s folded and does not exceed 90 x 120 x 40cm. Also, your bike must travel without the pedals and with the handlebar rotated 90 degrees.

PetPetPets

iryo allows pets that do not exceed 10kg in weight, as long as they travel inside a carrier with a maximum size of 60 x 35 x 35cm. You'll need to buy a ticket for your pet in advance. In addition, guide dogs can travel at no additional cost.

WheelchairWheelchairSpecial Assistance

There are seats for people with reduced mobility on iryo trains. Step-free access is also available both when boarding and when getting off the train.

LuggageLuggageLuggage

With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage that do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg. In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of luggage are 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Musical instruments also count as hand luggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38 cm and are stored in a case.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard bar carriage serving drinks and snacks. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff sell food and drinks from a trolley that will pass through the train during the journey.

WiFiWiFiEntertainment

On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment service. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerTravel with children

Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeBikes

On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm, it is considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm).

PetPetPets

With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg and travels inside a cage or carrier (60 x 35 x 35 cm). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re travelling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

WheelchairWheelchairSpecial Assistance

AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.

Cheap train tickets from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Alhama de Murcia to Tarragona Estació by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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