How much is the train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?

The cheapest train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?

The average train trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona takes 12h 56m and covers 897 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 56m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?

The earliest train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona departs at 8:43am. The latest train departs at 8:43am.

Train Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona from $41

Next train departures

Next departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	Cheapest
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	Fastest
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	Cheapest
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	Fastest
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags

Next departures for Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	CheapestFastest
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags
Train	8:43am	Santiago De Compostela	12h 56m	9:39pm	Barcelona-Sants	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:37 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 50mAverage Duration

899 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$170 - $172	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $184	Average Duration12h 56m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$81 - $183	Average Duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train companies

Renfe

4/5921 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Based on 921 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $53

ES train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona start at $53. The average price for this train route is around $140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The average train trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona takes 12h 56m and covers 897 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 56m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The earliest train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona departs at 8:43am. 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.

Best price found

11-30

$181

12-01

No data

Today

$123

12-03

$123

12-04

No data

12-05

$163

12-06

No data

12-07

$136

The cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $123

To 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 $123 to $181 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 $123 which is on 2025-12-03.