How to travel from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is a train with an average price of CHF92.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela:

A train is CHF11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela costing on average CHF103.

A train is CHF19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela costing on average CHF111.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 36m.

Bus takes on average 10h 13m.

The distance from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is approximately 557 miles (897 km).

The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is:

• Around 9 flights per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela:

• Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Santiago de Compostela Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao.
• Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo to go to Santiago de Compostela by train.
• Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Santiago de Compostela by bus.
• Travel with Vueling, Ryanair, Iberia, Air Europa, Lufthansa to go to Santiago de Compostela by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
• 1 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
• 7 direct flights per day with Vueling, Ryanair, Iberia.

Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Porto, Sarria, Vigo, A Coruña. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Santiago de Compostela and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Santiago de Compostela to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Santiago de Compostela, you can explore the historic streets of the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, the endpoint of the famous Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Praza do Obradoiro or relax in Alameda Park. Discover local flavors at the Mercado de Abastos and delve into Galician culture at the Museo do Pobo Galego and the Museum of the Galician People. For a touch of academia, take a guided tour of the University of Santiago de Compostela. Don't miss the Monastery of San Martiño Pinario and a traditional Galician music performance to round out your visit.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Santiago de Compostela allows visitors to explore the main attractions, such as the Cathedral, the Old Town, and the Alameda Park, while also enjoying the local cuisine and culture.