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Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just QAR 157.04, with the average price for this route being around QAR 449.68. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From QAR 157.04
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    From QAR 257.60
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    From QAR 257.60
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    From QAR 257.60
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    From QAR 257.60
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05:47
Santiago De Compostela
13:19
Barcelona-Sants
7h 32m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:48
Santiago De Compostela
15:34
Barcelona-Sants
7h 46m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:43
Santiago De Compostela
21:39
Barcelona-Sants
12h 56m, Directrenfe
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11:48
Santiago De Compostela
18:34
Barcelona-Sants
6h 46m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:37
Santiago De Compostela
21:34
Barcelona-Sants
6h 57m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:37
Santiago De Compostela
23:59
Paris
9h 22m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at QAR 157.04. The trip takes about 6h 46m on average, covering around 558 miles. renfe typically runs 7 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
05:47
Last train
Last train
16:26
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 46m
Distance
Distance
558 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 157.04
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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