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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Santiago De Compostela | Barcelona-Sants | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Santiago De Compostela | Barcelona-Sants | Fastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 943 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona by train
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How much is the train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona start from $43. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The average train ride duration from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona is 12h 57m, covering a distance of 556 miles (897 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 57m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The earliest train departs from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona at 8:43am. And the latest train departs at 8:43am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $77 to $128 for a train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $62 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $43. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Barcelona, choose the train, as it will take you from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona in about 10h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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