Santander to Barcelona train with Renfe ALVIA

Wed, Jul 16
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Jul 16

Cheapest price

$81

Average price

$102

Fastest journey

12 h 15 m

Average duration

16 h 17 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

541 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santander to Barcelona will cost around $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Santander to Barcelona without transferring at least once.

Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve
07:53AM14h27
Santander
10:20PMBarcelona
$811One-way
1 transfer
Renfe Viajeros
09:20AM12h15
Santander
09:35PMBarcelona
$1081One-way
1 transfer
Renfe Viajeros
07:00PM22h10
Santander
05:10PMBarcelona
$1171One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, 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 train with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €58, and a flight costs an average of €58.

Distance: 335 miles (540 km)

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Bus

€72

Average price

Cheapest

€181

Average price

€74

Average price

7h 44m

Average total duration

7h 14m

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30m

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4h 39m

Average total duration

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1h 39m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

13h 9m

Average total duration

12h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

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CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.5 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Santander to Barcelona?

The best time to book your train from Santander to Barcelona is 2 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Santander to Barcelona route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Santander to Barcelona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Santander to Barcelona.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Santander to Barcelona

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Trains from Santander to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $63 (€50) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $63 (€50)
Distance
335 miles (540 km)
Average train duration
7h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
$72 (€58)
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
12h 15m
First train
02:45
Last train
17:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $63 (€50)

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