Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela by train + bus

This route from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 9h 47m in total, run by Renfe AVE, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 45m.

A closer look at the Train journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€227

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Total journey
9h 47m
Change
4 transfers
Operator
Renfe AVE, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Barcelona to MadridRenfe AVE2h 35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Madrid
  2. 2
    Madrid to A CoruñaRenfe3h 41m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at A Coruña
  3. 3
    A Coruña to A Coruña AirportAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at A Coruña Airport
  4. 4
    A Coruña Airport to Cerceda-MeiramaAirport shuttle bus35m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Cerceda-Meirama
  5. 5
    Cerceda-Meirama to Santiago-Rosalía de Castro AirportAirport shuttle bus1h 01m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time9h 47m

Before you travel

Which station?

The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.

Plan the change

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Baggage and ticket conditions

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Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Train· 7h 29m€75Book
  • Bus· 16h 10m€96Book

Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8

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Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela by train: common questions

How long does Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela take by train?

The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 9h 47m, 4 transfers.

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

The best price in our latest check was €227. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the train from Barcelona to Santiago de Compostela?

Renfe AVE, Renfe, Airport shuttle bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the train or the flight better?

The flight is faster at 1h 45m. It is cheaper too, at €59.

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