How to get from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona by price and travel time.
- 888 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 40m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 40m
direct
Flight
€280
Cheapest
20h
1 transfer
Bus
€60
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 20 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 45m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 888 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €60, on Wed, Oct 7.
888 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €222Checked Oct 20 | 1h 45mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €46Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 7h 02m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €96Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 20h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€222Checked Oct 201h 45m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€46Omio catalogue, Oct 207h 02m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€96Omio catalogue, Oct 2020h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport → Barcelona El Pratflight
Ryanair·1h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departure and arrival
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
RyanairSantiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusSantiago de Compostela-BilbaoBook →ALSABilbao-BarcelonaBook →
VuelingSantiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
RenfeSantiago de Compostela-Madrid, Madrid-BarcelonaBook →On this route you travel with Ryanair, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Vueling, Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona works
Start with a Ryanair flight from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona, about 1h 45m. In total it's roughly €222 over 1h 45m, direct, no transfers.
Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 45m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Barcelona from Santiago de Compostela?
About 888 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €222. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 45m.
How long is the flight from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
About 1h 45m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Santiago de Compostela and Barcelona?
Santiago de Compostela is SCQ and Barcelona is BCN, so this route is usually written SCQ to BCN.
Which operators run Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Ryanair, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Vueling, Renfe.
Can you get from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 06m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Barcelona?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Ryanair
Route calculated: 20 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 20 Oct 2026