The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
16 h 10 m
Average duration
16 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
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 £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 buses that leave Barcelona for Santiago de Compostela every day 1 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 16 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 10 m .
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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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 £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 £34, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 897 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£88 Average Price | £78 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price |
16h 40m Average total duration 16h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. 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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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
Buses from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £34 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 13:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 897 km distance in 14h 55m.
Distance 897 km |
Average bus duration 16h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 55m |
First bus 13:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
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 £34. 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela
- 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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