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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
12 h 57 m
Average duration
13 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
897 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 3 trains that leave Santiago de Compostela for Barcelona every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 897 km distance in an average of 13 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 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.
7:4312h57Santiago de Compostela20:40Barcelona£431One-way0 changes- 6:4312h57Santiago de Compostela19:40Barcelona£681One-way0 changes
- 6:3013h10Santiago de Compostela19:40Barcelona£811One-way0 changes
- 7:4312h57Santiago de Compostela20:40Barcelona£431One-way0 changes
- 6:4312h57Santiago de Compostela19:40Barcelona£681One-way0 changes
- 6:3013h10Santiago de Compostela19:40Barcelona£811One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 17m. 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 £28, and a flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 897 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£66 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price | £93 Average Price |
7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 9m Average total duration 13h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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
Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:30 Santiago de Compostela | 13h10 | 19:40 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 897 km distance in 12h 57m.
Distance 897 km |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 57m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona trainsRenfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona
Most Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona trains use the Santiago De Compostela to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santiago de Compostela station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Santiago De Compostela from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Santiago De Compostela is 1 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago De Compostela train station facilities and services
Santiago De Compostela has practical services for this route, including 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 and drink options are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santiago De Compostela. Information desks are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Santiago de Compostela 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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