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Compare coach and flight for Santander to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 541 km
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£145 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Santander to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Barcelona trains for today, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 04072+ 06121 | On time 6:48 Santander station | 8h51 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| 04072+06021 | On time 6:48 Santander station | 11h25 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| 04072+06161 | Delayed 6:48 Santander station | 12h51 | 17:39 17:39Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Barcelona
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Take a train from Santander to Barcelona and enjoy the approximately 541 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 16:58.
Distance 541 km |
Average train duration 7h 22m |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
First train 2:30 |
Last train 16:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Santander to Barcelona trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Santander and Barcelona from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santander to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Barcelona by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Barcelona
Most Santander to Barcelona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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