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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
13 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
897 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £76.
Of the 2 buses that leave Barcelona for Santiago de Compostela every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 897 km distance in an average of 13 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 897 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£94 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £156 Average Price |
11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela coaches for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal | 19:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h10 | 11:10 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
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Buses from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £79 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 897 km distance in 16h 10m.
Distance 897 km |
Average bus duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 10m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Barcelona to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela
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Parking
Dining
ATM
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Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
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