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Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from KWD 10.610, with the typical price for this route being about KWD 34.240. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Fri, Jul 18
    From KWD 10.610
  • Sat, Jul 19
    From KWD 41.160
  • Sun, Jul 20
    From KWD 41.160
  • Mon, Jul 21
    From KWD 41.160
  • Tue, Jul 22
    From KWD 41.160
  • Wed, Jul 23
    From KWD 41.160
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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
21:40
Paris
7h 3m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants usually begin at KWD 10.610. The average travel time is about 6h 46m, spanning a distance of roughly 897 km. renfe provides around 7 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check 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
897 km
Price
Price
From KWD 10.610
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe 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. 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: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants

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.

Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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