How long does it take from Tarragona to Fontana by metro?

The journey from Tarragona to Fontana takes approximately 43 minutes by Barcelona Metro, covering 16.29 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Tarragona to Fontana?

The token fare from Tarragona to Fontana is €2.55. With a smart card the fare is €2.55 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.55.

Which platform at Tarragona for Fontana?

At Tarragona, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Zona Universitària. Look for the electronic board showing "Zona Universitària".

What is the last train from Tarragona to Fontana?

The last train from Tarragona towards Zona Universitària departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Fontana back towards Tarragona departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Tarragona to Fontana?

There are 6 stops between Tarragona and Fontana on the L3. The stations are: Tarragona, Sants Estació.

Tarragona To Fontana

ShortestShortest Route

Tarragona

Platform 2·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Sants Estació

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.02 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Sants Estació — 5 min

Platform 1 · L5 ·Platform 3 Towards Cornellà Centre

+5 min

Sants Estació

green interchange

Platform 3·underground·L5Towards Cornellà Centre

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Plaça de Sants

+2.66 min

2.66 min · 1.19 km

Sant Pau Dos de Maig

+16.11 min

13.45 min · 7.12 km

Hospital Clínic

+25.25 min

9.14 min · 4.75 km

Diagonal

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground14.25 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

interchange Diagonal — 5 min

Platform 3 · L3 ·Platform 1 Towards Zona Universitària

+5 min

Diagonal

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·L3Towards Zona Universitària

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00Doors open: right

Fontana

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.02 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

43 min

Total time

stops

16.29 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Tarragona	05:00	23:00	Towards Zona Universitària
Fontana	05:00	23:00	Towards Tarragona

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2.55

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2.55

Save €0 per ride

Use your Barcelona Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.20 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.01 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~65 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2.55

Bike

€108

Auto

€226

Cab

€408

Estimates for 16.29 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

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Departure station

Tarragona

underground

Tarragona, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Fontana

underground

Fontana, Barcelona, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines