The cheapest and fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$174
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Trains per day
11
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona will cost around $174 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
Of the 11 trains that leave Santiago de Compostela for Barcelona on Sun, Dec 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 14 the direct trains cover the 897 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 32 m .
On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest trains will take 8 h 25 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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06161Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus 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 €19, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 557 miles (897 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €220 Average price | €99 Average price |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 2m Average total duration 15h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04494+ 06151 | Delayed 9:49 AM 9:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 7h36 | 5:25 PM 5:25 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 06161 | Delayed 9:49 AM 9:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 8h25 | 6:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 06201 | Delayed 9:49 AM 9:49 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 12h25 | 10:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 14 | |||||
00625 | On time 7:43 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 12h57 | 8:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona trains with Omio?
Renfe AVLO as well as Renfe ALVIA, AVE and Renfe Viajeros offer trains services from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio vs Renfe AVLO?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe AVLO, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe ALVIA, AVE and Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Renfe AVLO with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Renfe AVLO tickets can be bought on Renfe AVLO's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Renfe ALVIA, AVE and Renfe Viajeros to help you choose the right option for your journey from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 557 miles (897 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 557 miles (897 km) |
Average train duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona trainsRenfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
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
Popular train stations from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- 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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