Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela train

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Renfe AVE
11:00AMBarcelona-sants6h46 05:46PMSantiago De Compostela
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02:00PMBarcelona-sants7h28 09:28PMSantiago De Compostela
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03:00PMBarcelona-sants7h46 10:46PMSantiago De Compostela
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Renfe AVE
09:25PMBarcelona-sants13h54 11:19AMSantiago De Compostela
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Train schedule from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe AVE
11:00AMBarcelona-sants6h46 05:46PMSantiago De Compostela
2 transfers
Renfe AVE
02:00PMBarcelona-sants7h28 09:28PMSantiago De Compostela
2 transfers
Renfe AVE
03:00PMBarcelona-sants7h46 10:46PMSantiago De Compostela
2 transfers
Renfe AVE
09:25PMBarcelona-sants13h54 11:19AMSantiago De Compostela
2 transfers

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Fastest train times from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Fastest Journey

6 h 46 m

Average

8 h 58 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

897 km

It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela without transferring at least 2 times.

Renfe AVE
11:00AMBarcelona-sants6h46 05:46PMSantiago De Compostela
2 transfers
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Renfe AVE
02:00PMBarcelona-sants7h28 09:28PMSantiago De Compostela
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Renfe AVE
03:00PMBarcelona-sants7h46 10:46PMSantiago De Compostela
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Renfe AVE
09:25PMBarcelona-sants13h54 11:19AMSantiago De Compostela
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Overview: Train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

distanceDistance556 miles (897 km)
durationAverage train duration12 h 57 min
priceAverage train ticket price$62 (€54)
frequencyTrain frequency3 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain companiesRenfe, Renfe Alvia or Renfe AVE

Trains from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela cover the 556 miles (897 km) long trip taking on average 12 h 57 min with our travel partners like Renfe, Renfe Alvia or Renfe AVE. Normally, there are 3 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $59 (€51), but the average price of train tickets is $62 (€54). Travelers depart most frequently from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Santiago De Compostela.

Train providers: Renfe and AVE from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela trains

Renfe and AVE trains will get you between Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela from $59 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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AVE

Renfe is Spain’s national train company offering a multitude of domestic routes and international routes to France and Portugal. Renfe is known for its range of ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also has discount cards for qualified travelers like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50, which you can use on Omio. When you ride with Renfe, you can expect to find an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and time needed to travel to your destination. These train types include Renfe AVE for high-speed long-distance routes, Alvia and Altaria for domestic routes in parts of Spain, Euromed for routes along the stunning Mediterranean coast, Avant commuter trains and Trenhotel night trains.

    Enjoy a quick and easy journey on a train to Santiago de Compostela from Barcelona with AVE, the high-speed train from Renfe, the main Spanish railroad company and official travel partner of Omio. Search all AVE train schedules and tickets on Omio to find the best deals for a train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela covering the 556 miles (897 km) distance. Look out for ticket options like Promo, Promo +, and Flexible to find the most convenient Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela train ride for you. Renfe AVE even offers discount cards for regular customers, such as the Renfe Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card, which can be used when buying AVE tickets on Omio.

    Renfe covers around 9, 300 miles (15, 000 km) between national and international routes, among which are its AVE routes that connect the main cities of Spain. AVE trains are well-known among travelers for providing ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience. Their trains are the most popular of Renfe’s fleet due to their high speeds reaching up to 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes. They are also popular with travelers due to their premium services onboard, such as a restaurant, bathrooms, WiFi access, and entertainment.

    Train information from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela with AVE:

    • Average Duration: 8 h 51 min
    • AVE frequency: 3 a day

    Trains from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

    Although there are no direct trains between these two Spanish towns, it is convenient to travel by train to Madrid and, once there, continue the journey to Galicia. For the first section there are 75 daily frequencies; and for the Madrid Santiago route, 2 a day, both in the afternoon. To calculate the total duration it is necessary to add 2 hours 45 minutes and 5 hours 15 minutes, respectively, the time taken by the fastest trains.

    What trains go from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

    The Renfe company offers its experience, reliability and solvency when providing the Barcelona Santiago de Compostela train service. This translates into well-equipped and very comfortable railroads, many of them high-speed.

    How long does the train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela take?

    An interesting combination is to organize a tour with departure at 12 o'clock in Barcelona and arrival at the destination after midnight. Thus, in just over 12 hours it is possible to make this journey, counting the time invested in the capital of Spain for transhipment. This scale is compulsory and, in certain cases, another in Orense. The distance between Barcelona and Santiago is 897 kilometres.

    How many trains are there from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

    The train service Barcelona Santiago de Compostela is made in 2 sections. For the journey to Madrid, there are more than 70 daily alternatives. For the end of the journey to Santiago only 2, in both cases scheduled in the afternoon.

    Where do trains from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela depart from and arrive at?

    Sants Barcelona Station: is centrally located, 6 kilometres from the port and just over 4 kilometres from the Sagrada Familia. It houses cafeterias, restaurants, shops, ATMs, pharmacies, slogans, car rental companies, parking, tourist information, VIP lounge and good accessibility. To get from the centre, metro lines 1, 4, 5 and 9, urban buses 46, 109, V29, H10, H8, D40 and H16, as well as different suburban trains are the options.

    Santiago de Compostela Station: has a good level of services, including cafeteria, parking, bookstore, toilets, adapted services and different car rental companies. Located less than 2 kilometres from the town hall and the cathedral, it is well connected by the P7 and 12 buses, mainly.

    Travel Tips: Trains from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

    Travel Tips: Travel by train to Santiago de Compostela easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
    FAQs
    If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find cheap Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela trains for as little as $59 (€51)  in the next 7 days.
    In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $62 (€54)  for a train ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela.
    The distance between Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela by train is approximately 556 miles (897 km).
    On average the Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela train travel time is 12 h 57 min  for the 556 mile (897 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

    Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Barcelona Sants   to Santiago De Compostela.

    Passengers booking this journey most frequently board their trains from Barcelona Sants and need to travel around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) from the city center to get to this train station.

    Passengers arriving in Santiago de Compostela most often arrive at Santiago De Compostela and need to travel around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from this train station to the city center.

    For the best Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Renfe, Renfe Alvia or Renfe AVE. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services to Santiago de Compostela from Barcelona to compare what amenities they may offer.
    On average, there are 3 trains a day from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.
    The first Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela train departs at 8: 30 AM   and the last train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 8: 30 AM. Check out the most up-to-date train schedule from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela on Omio and find the best time to travel to your destination.
    The price of a one way train ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is on average $62 (€54) if you purchase within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train companies offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela available a few months in advance.

    Important Stations and Airports for this connection

    Barcelona
    Santiago de Compostela
    The major railway station for departures from Barcelona is Barcelona Sants. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona Sants for your journey to Santiago de Compostela from Barcelona.
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    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
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    +34 934956020
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    Ticket Office Hours
    Mon - Sun: 06: 00 - 22: 00
    Public transit options for Barcelona Sants
    Metro lines: L3, L5
    Bus lines: A1, A2
    Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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    +34 902 32 03 20
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