Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train with AVE

Tue, 29 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Sept

Cheapest price on 29 Sept

$30

Average ticket price on 29 Sept

$66

Fastest journey on 29 Sept

3 h 2 m

Average journey duration on 29 Sept

3 h 4 m

Trains on 29 Sept

37

Distance

487 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $30.

Fast trains

On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 37 trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, including 8 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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.

  • Renfe AVLO04295
    6:30 AM3h26
    Madrid Chamartín
    9:56 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    $301One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE04475
    8:26 AM3h06
    Madrid Chamartín
    11:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    $351One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE04375
    5:10 PM3h08
    Madrid Chamartín
    8:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    $471One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE04395
    7:17 PM3h02
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    $471One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE04565
    3:32 PM3h10
    Madrid Chamartín
    6:42 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    $471One-way
    0 changes

Live departures

Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Renfe AVLO04295+AVE04475
On time
6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín
5h02
11:32 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
Renfe AVLO04295
Delayed
6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín
3h26
7:56 AM 7:56 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
Renfe AVLO04295+Renfe AVANT09120
On time
6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín
6h48
1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
Renfe AVLO04295+Renfe AVANT09090
On time
6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h03
10:33 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04475
Delayed
8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín
3h06
9:32 AM 9:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
AVE04475+Renfe AVANT09140
On time
8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín
6h37
3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04475+Renfe AVANT09550
On time
8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín
7h42
4:08 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04475+Renfe AVANT09120
On time
8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h52
1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE05273+Renfe AVANT09550
On time
10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín
6h04
4:08 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE05273+Renfe AVANT09140
On time
10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h59
3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE05273+Renfe AVANT09120
On time
10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín
3h14
1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04515+Renfe AVANT09140
On time
11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín
3h46
3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04515+Renfe AVANT09550
On time
11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín
4h51
4:08 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04515+Renfe12960
On time
11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín
7h10
6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
Renfe ALVIA04325+Renfe AVANT343451:20 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h22
5:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
Renfe ALVIA04325+Renfe AVANT09160
On time
1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h58
5:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
Renfe ALVIA04325+Renfe12960
On time
1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín
5h07
6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04345
Delayed
2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h02
3:42 PM 3:42 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
AVE04345 · 045652:40 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h02
6:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04345+Renfe AVANT09590
On time
2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h58
7:38 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04345+Renfe MD377222:40 PM Madrid Chamartín
7h08
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04565 · 043753:32 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h46
8:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04565
Delayed
3:32 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h10
4:42 PM 4:42 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
AVE04565+Renfe AVANT09590
On time
3:32 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h06
7:38 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		1 change
AVE04565+Renfe MD377223:32 PM Madrid Chamartín
6h16
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04375+Renfe AVLO049755:10 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h14
9:24 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04375
Delayed
5:10 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h08
6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
AVE04375+Renfe ALVIA006225:10 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h38
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04375+Renfe MD377225:10 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h38
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
Renfe AVLO04975+Renfe AVANT343956:06 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h13
10:19 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
Renfe AVLO04975
Delayed
6:06 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h18
7:24 PM 7:24 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
Renfe AVLO04975+Renfe ALVIA006226:06 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h42
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
Renfe AVLO04975+Renfe MD377226:06 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h42
9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04395
Delayed
7:17 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h02
8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect
AVE04395+Renfe AVLO044057:17 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h08
11:25 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
AVE04395+Renfe AVANT344057:17 PM Madrid Chamartín
4h08
11:25 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao1 change
Renfe AVLO04405
Delayed
8:23 PM Madrid Chamartín
3h02
9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao		0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trains with Omio?

AVE as well as Renfe ALVIA or Renfe AVLO offer trains services from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.

Why book with Omio vs AVE?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe ALVIA or Renfe AVLO to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is 1 day before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Santiago de Compostela route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

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Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 487 km distance in 2h 52m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
487 km
Average train duration
3h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$6
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
2h 52m
First train
5:41 AM
Last train
9:10 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trainsAVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA trains will get you between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela from $6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

AVE

About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest AVE Price
$6
AVE frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
$9
Renfe ALVIA frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe AVLO

About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe AVLO Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
$9
Renfe AVLO frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

FAQs: Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela by train. 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 train, 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela can start from as little as $6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is $29; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is 2h 52m to travel the 487 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 5:41 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 9:10 pm.
Yes, there are 6 direct trains a day from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela with AVE, Renfe AVLO. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, you can count on AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO for the best way to get you to Santiago de Compostela. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 52m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Santiago de Compostela

Most Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Santiago De Compostela station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Santiago de Compostela train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Madrid
Arrival train stations in Santiago de Compostela

Which Madrid station do trains to Santiago de Compostela leave from?

Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leave from Madrid Chamartín. The station is 6 km from Madrid city centre at 28036 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid Chamartín28036 Madrid, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre

Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · $1 · every ~15 min
Ic, Alv, 17041, Re, 18031, 18033, 18035, 18037, 18041, 18043, 18049, 18171, 37091, 37093, 37095, 37097, 37099 · 13m · $1 · every ~2 min
BusN24 · 24m · $4 · every ~11 min
Subway1 · 19m · $2 · every ~24 min

Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services

Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.

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