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Museo del Ferrocarril de Asturias
Railway museum in the former North Station with historic locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Asturias’ industrial transport heritage.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $205.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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$50 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $529 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration 10h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón costing on average $70 (€57).
A bus is $479 (€394) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón costing on average $529 (€435).
Other travel options to Gijón take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 54m.
Flight takes on average 10h 41m.
Tickets start at around $50 (€41) compared to roughly $61 (€50) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€9). The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 12m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Gijón buses for tomorrow, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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Normal | 9:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 2:30 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:45 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 11:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Gijón — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gijón trip today.
Railway museum in the former North Station with historic locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Asturias’ industrial transport heritage.
Open-air ethnographic museum covering traditional Asturian rural and urban life, with historic buildings, photography, and folk culture collections.
Museum in the birthplace of Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos, featuring art, history, and interpretation of one of Gijón’s most important figures.
Gijón’s old fishermen’s quarter, ideal for walking among historic streets, viewpoints, and lively local atmosphere.
The city’s signature seafront walk along San Lorenzo Beach, popular for sunsets, exercise, and classic bay views.
Clifftop park with open lawns, sea panoramas, and one of the best places in Gijón for dramatic coastal views.
Asturias’ iconic bean stew made with large fabes and pork products such as chorizo, morcilla, and cured pork. It is one of the region’s most famous traditional dishes.
A large breaded fillet, usually veal, stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. It is one of the most popular hearty dishes in Gijón and across Asturias.
Traditional Asturian cider, poured from height to aerate it before drinking. It is central to local food culture and especially associated with cider houses in Gijón.
Historic Michelin-starred restaurant near Gijón, renowned for refined Asturian cuisine, especially fabada and rice dishes, in an elegant setting.
Well-known traditional seafood restaurant in the Gijón area, appreciated for rice dishes, shellfish, and classic Asturian coastal cooking.
Popular modern sidrería known for Asturian cider, regional cheeses, grilled meats, and a lively atmosphere close to the waterfront.
Moderate for Spain: meals and drinks are reasonable, while hotels cost more in peak summer and festival periods.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change in cafés is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Gijón 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 Gijón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Gijón buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Gijon, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Gijón bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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