Bus from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Sants
Santiago de CompostelaCheapest
ALSABus
    		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
    		Santiago de CompostelaFastest
    FlixbusBus
    		Sants
    		Santiago de CompostelaNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		 Barcelona (Airport T2C)
    		Santiago de CompostelaNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:45 PM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Santiago de Compostela. The journey takes about 12 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1train per day
    12h 43mAverage Duration
    556 milesDistance
    22kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$101 - $336Average Duration16h 10m
    22kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$55 - $90Average Duration12h 43m
    22kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$57 - $128Average Duration12h 20m
    38kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela start from $101. The average price for this route is around $121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 556 miles (896 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by ALSA.

    3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, ALSA.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela at 2:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      A bus trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

      According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    01/28
    $113
    01/29
    $148
    Today
    $115
    01/31
    $104
    02/01
    $115
    02/02
    $115
    02/03
    $115
    02/04
    $113
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $104

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $104 to $148 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2026-01-31.

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