Rome to Tarragona by bus
Tarragona lies 941 km (585 mi) west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 1,148 km (714 mi) of road.
| Rome | Tarragona | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Spain |
| Population | 2.3 million | 141,542 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 60 m (197 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
What changes when you arrive in Tarragona
Crossing from Italy into Spain: sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +34; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648909.
Where to book buses from Rome to Tarragona
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Staying in Tarragona
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Common questions
How far is Tarragona from Rome?
941 km (585 mi) in a straight line, west of Rome; by road roughly 1,148 km (714 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Tarragona by bus?
About 17 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Tarragona?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Tarragona?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.