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Barcelona to Santander Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Santander? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 23.740, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 49.920. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 30.340
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 48.360
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 31.890
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 23.740
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 32.850
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 41.400
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 34.240
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09:00
Barcelona-Sants
17:47
Santander
8h 47m, Changes requiredrenfe
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15:00
Barcelona-Sants
23:15
Paris
8h 15m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Barcelona to Santander Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Barcelona to Santander usually begin at KWD 23.740. The average travel time is about 8h 15m, spanning a distance of roughly 337 miles. renfe provides around 2 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
09:00
Last train
Last train
15:00
Departure station
Departure station
Barcelona
Arrival station
Arrival station
Santander
Journey time
Journey time
8h 15m
Distance
Distance
337 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 23.740
Train operators
Train operators
renfe

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Santander

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include 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 commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra 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.

Barcelona to Santander Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Barcelona to Santander, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Barcelona to Santander Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    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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