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Museo Arqueolóxico Provincial de Ourense
Main provincial museum spread across historic buildings. It covers archaeology, art, and local history, making it the best museum introduction to Ourense.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
5 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1420 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgos to Ourense is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgos to Ourense will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burgos for Ourense on Wed, Jul 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 1420 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burgos to Ourense among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $40.
Distance: 882 miles (1420 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Burgos to Ourense:
A bus is $10 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burgos to Ourense costing on average $40 (€40).
Other travel options to Ourense take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
The journey is about 19h 57m faster (5h 24m by train vs 25h 21m by car) and roughly $29 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($40 (€40) vs $69 (€69)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Burgos to Ourense trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:35 PM Burgos Rosa De Lima | 5h24 | 8:59 PM Ourense | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Burgos to Ourense run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€40) but you can travel from only $30 (€30) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:35, the last at 15:35. The fastest train covers the 882 miles (1420 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 882 miles (1420 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€40) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 3:35 PM |
Last train 3:35 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Main provincial museum spread across historic buildings. It covers archaeology, art, and local history, making it the best museum introduction to Ourense.
Museum dedicated to writer Eduardo Blanco Amor. It offers literary context and a closer look at one of the city’s most important cultural figures.
Contemporary cultural center with changing exhibitions, art events, and architecture by Álvaro Siza. A strong choice for recent and modern programming.
Ourense’s most famous thermal area, with free outdoor hot pools by the Miño. A signature local experience combining wellness, riverside walks, and scenery.
Main square of the old city, surrounded by arcades and historic buildings. A natural base for exploring nearby churches, museums, and narrow streets.
Atmospheric old quarter with stone streets, plazas, and heritage buildings. Best area for understanding the city’s medieval layout and character.
Traditional Galician octopus served with olive oil, paprika and coarse salt. A signature dish in Ourense, often enjoyed at fairs and taverns.
Hearty soup with turnip greens, potatoes, beans and pork. A classic winter dish in inland Galicia and a staple of local home cooking.
Savory pie filled with tuna, meat or vegetables. A beloved Galician bake found in bars and bakeries, ideal for sharing.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Galician tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Galician classics, seafood and local products, with a formal old-school dining room.
Popular central restaurant for grilled meats, seafood and regional dishes, offering a lively but comfortable atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, and local buses are low cost for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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