Barcelona to Tarragona Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Barcelona, Spain to Tarragona, Spain. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 72.6 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 15 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 7 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 72.6 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Barcelona to Tarragona. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 62% longer than the 45 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southeast to north-northeast.

Sea distance: 72.6 nm (134.5 km)
Direct line: 44.7 nm62% longer
Great-circle bearing: 249° (west-southwest)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 0.4° × 1.1°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Barcelona (Spain) 41.3658, 2.1583
To: Tarragona (Spain) 41.1000, 1.2333
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	15 hours
8 kn	9 hours
10 kn	7 hours
12 kn	6 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Barcelona to Tarragona Route

Linking Barcelona and Tarragona, this single-day crossing domestic crossing connecting two major commercial ports sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

The lane links Barcelona (Spain) and Tarragona (Spain), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A single-day crossing domestic passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.
•A single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this domestic crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for domestic passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Barcelona to Tarragona by sea?

Approximately 72.6 nautical miles separate Barcelona and Tarragona by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Barcelona to Tarragona?

Expect about 7 hours – 15 hours for a single-day crossing run of 72.6 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Barcelona to Tarragona?

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with the Mistral and Tramontane — cold, strong northerlies funnelling down from the north-west.

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