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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Barcelona-Sants | Santiago De Compostela | No tags | ||||
| Train | Barcelona-Sants | Santiago De Compostela | No tags | ||||
| Train | Barcelona-Sants | Santiago De Compostela | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela
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 £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £36
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is 12h 43m, covering a distance of 556 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 43m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela departs at 09:05. And the latest train departs at 09:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £97 for a train 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 £66, which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Barcelona and Santiago de Compostela 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 £36. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santiago de Compostela, choose the train, as it will take you from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela in about 10h 30m – that's the fastest way to get there!
