Trains from Santander to Barcelona

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  • Lowest price from $85.40
  • Average duration 7h 31m
  • Connections per day 5
  • Distance 541 km
  • CO₂ per person 8 kg

train from Santander to Barcelona

The journey from Santander to Barcelona is about 541 km. On average a train trip takes 7h 31m with 5 connections per day.

Lowest price $85.40
Trip duration 7h 31m
Connections per day 5
Lowest price $85.40
Highest price $209.24
First departure 07:05 AM
Last departure 12:55 PM
Distance 541 km
Departure Santander
Arrival Barcelona
Travel operator Alsa, Renfe
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Renfe37.87 kg CO₂
07:05Santander, Santander
6h 59m
15:10BARCELONA SANTS
$105.40
1 changes
Renfe37.87 kg CO₂
13:55Santander, Santander
6h 45m
22:10BARCELONA SANTS
$132.79
1 changes
Renfe37.87 kg CO₂
13:55Santander, Santander
6h 30m
21:30BARCELONA SANTS
$156.95
1 changes

Next departures from Santander to Barcelona

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Renfe $110.13
07:05 Santander, Santander
6h 59m · 1 changes
15:10 BARCELONA SANTS
Renfe $96.48
12:15 Santander, Santander Airport
8h 30m · 1 changes
22:20 BARCELONA SANTS
Renfe $209.24
12:55 Santander, Santander
6h 30m · 1 changes
21:30 BARCELONA SANTS
Renfe $125.78
12:55 Santander, Santander
6h 45m · 1 changes
22:10 BARCELONA SANTS
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

Alsa, founded in 1923, is a prominent Spanish bus company that operates national and international routes. The company has grown to become one of the largest bus companies in Europe. Alsa provides a comprehensive range of services, including regular and express routes, luxury buses, and sleeper buses.  Alsa, dedicated to sustainability, reduces its carbon footprint by using alternative fuels and energy-efficient technologies. 

Iryo is a Spanish high-speed train operator, founded in 2019 and serving Spain's major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Seville, Valencia and Zaragoza. iryo operates on the national rail network in Spain, using the latest AVE high-speed trains to transport passengers at speeds of up to 310 km/h.

Ticket types and services from Santander to Barcelona

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from Santander to Barcelona.

Inicial

iryo's Inicial fare provides affordable travel without compromising on comfort or service.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Singular

The "Singular fare" offers flexibility for entrepreneurs and companies with personalized customer service from iryo assistants.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Singular ONLY YOU

The "Singular Only YOU" fare is designed for entrepreneurs and companies, providing the best conditions for changes and cancellations in the ticket.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Infinita

Infinita is iryo's all-inclusive fare that offers the best travel options with flexibility and comfort.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi

At Alsa, they offer passengers the possibility of connecting to their Wi-Fi network completely free of charge, ensuring connectivity on more than 1000 of their buses. Alsa buses also offers an app for entertainment on your device, with movies, TV shows, books, music, and more. They also provide journey info like position, travel time, weather updates, and social media integration.

Power sockets

Alsa provides power sockets in Premium and Supra Economy buses.

Luggage

For travel within France, up to 66 lbs (30kg) of luggage is allowed for free, while for travel outside France, up to 110 lbs (50kg) of luggage is permitted at no extra charge.

Bicycle

Bicycles are free within France (limited to 4 per bus, one per ticket); a fee applies for trips outside France on Alsa buses. Advance booking is required.

Accessibility

Boarding assistance is available for travelers with limited mobility. Some Alsa buses also have hydraulic lifts. Contact Alsa when booking to confirm availability.

Food and drink

Food and drinks are only available on Alsa Supra buses (Premium), which include hostess service. Apart from this, Alsa recommends not eating on board to respect other passengers and keep the bus clean.

Wi-Fi
Connect to free WiFi on iryo trains in any class. Enjoy movies, TV shows, live news, and Spotify for entertainment.
Power sockets
Every seat on iryo trains comes with power sockets, and those in the Infinita and Singular Cafe class boast additional USB ports.
Luggage
On iryo trains, flexible baggage policy lets you travel comfortably with up to 3 pieces of luggage, including a piece of hand luggage. Maximum size for 2 larger pieces is 85x55x35cm, while hand luggage must be 36x27x15cm. Total weight limit is 25kg.
Accessibility
iryo trains are designed for inclusivity, offering designated seats for passengers with reduced mobility and ensuring step-free access during both boarding and disembarking.
Food and drink
iryo offers quality menus for all classes. Find the onboard restaurant/bar usually close to coach 2. For Infinita Class passengers, meals are served at your seat, but remember to book 24 hours in advance.
Air conditioning
Enjoy fresh and comfortable air on the ETR1000 train; its cutting-edge air-conditioning system refreshes the entire carriage's air in just 3 minutes, ensuring a generous 35 m3/h of fresh outside air for every passenger.
Bicycle
On Iryo trains, you can bring along one disassembled bicycle or electric scooter per coach, as long as it's tucked into a bag and stays within 90x120x40cm. It's free to transport! Just keep in mind that you'll handle the loading, safekeeping, and unloading. Also, be considerate of other passengers' comfort and safety, and remember any damages caused are on you.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 37.87kg
bus 40.57kg
flight 108.2kg
carpool 86.56kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from Santander to Barcelona?

The train journey between Santander and Barcelona emits 37.87kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between Santander and Barcelona?

Taking the train between Santander and Barcelona saves 70.33kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 2.7kg compared to the bus and 48.69kg compared to the car.

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