- Must visit
Museo da Catedral de Santiago
Outstanding museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, treasury rooms and major works explaining the city's religious history.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$10
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$10
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 18
7
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 buses from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela, including 7 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, while a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 49m.
Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Monbus, BlaBlaCar, MonBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:25 AM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:05 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 11:40 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 1:10 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:40 PM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 5:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:15 PM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 6:40 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:40 PM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 8:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:40 PM Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:20 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Santiago de Compostela — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santiago de Compostela trip today.
Outstanding museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, treasury rooms and major works explaining the city's religious history.
Museum dedicated to Galicia's people, traditions and crafts, set in the former convent of San Domingos de Bonaval.
Contemporary art center in a striking Álvaro Siza building, featuring changing exhibitions and strong collections of modern art.
Historic square beside the cathedral with lively arcades, cafés nearby and excellent views of Santiago's monumental core.
Peaceful park with historic oaks, shaded walks and classic viewpoints over the cathedral towers and old town skyline.
Traditional market district and square where locals shop, offering a vivid glimpse of everyday life in Santiago.
Traditional almond cake from Santiago, marked with the Cross of Saint James. Dense, sweet, and iconic for pilgrims and local celebrations.
Galician octopus served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt, often on a wooden plate. A classic festive dish across Galicia.
Hearty Galician broth made with grelos, potatoes, beans, and usually pork. A rural staple, especially popular in cooler weather.
Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Galician tasting menus in an elegant, contemporary setting near the old town.
Traditional Galician restaurant famed for octopus and classic regional dishes. Rustic feel and long-standing local reputation.
Popular modern Galician restaurant focused on seafood and seasonal products, with polished service and a central old-town location.
Moderate for Spain: pilgrim stays and local bars help, but central rooms and tourist dining cost more. Walking keeps transit costs low.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafes; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela buses use the Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Ferrol and Santiago de Compostela bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses: Ramps and accessible toilets available.
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