- Must visit
Museo do Mar de Galicia
Leading museum of Galician sea culture with aquariums, maritime history, and shellfish exhibits. Excellent for understanding Vigo's ocean identity.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irun to Vigo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, while a flight costs an average of €393.
Distance: 359 miles (579 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€27 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €393 Average price | €141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 44m Average total duration 11h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 41m Average total duration 13h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Irun to Vigo:
A train is €61 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irun to Vigo costing on average €88.
A train is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Irun to Vigo costing on average €393.
Other travel options to Vigo take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 14m.
Bus takes on average 13h 11m.
Tickets start at around €27 compared to roughly €141 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €114. The journey takes 11h 14m versus 7h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Irun to Vigo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 10:18. The fastest train covers the 359 miles (579 km) distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 359 miles (579 km) |
Average train duration 11h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 10:18 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Leading museum of Galician sea culture with aquariums, maritime history, and shellfish exhibits. Excellent for understanding Vigo's ocean identity.
Major contemporary art museum in central Vigo with changing exhibitions in a restored prison and courthouse complex.
Museum inside the municipal park showcasing traditional Galician manor interiors. It offers a calm historical contrast to urban Vigo.
Vigo's old town with stone streets, small squares, and historic buildings. Best area for atmosphere, heritage walks, and local character.
Central urban square and transport hub marked by O Sireno. It is one of the main meeting points and a key place to feel the city's pace.
Large hilltop park with archaeological remains, gardens, and sweeping estuary views. Ideal for walking, sunsets, and understanding Vigo's layout.
Raw oysters from the Ría de Vigo, prized for their briny freshness and a staple of the city’s oyster street and maritime food culture.
Octopus boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. A Galician classic widely eaten in Vigo for festivals, markets and family meals.
Steamed or boiled mussels from the Galician estuaries, valued for their quality and central role in Vigo’s seafood tradition.
Michelin-starred fine dining in the city center, known for refined Galician seafood and contemporary tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic oyster bar in the old town, famous for fresh local oysters and classic seafood in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Traditional tavern style venue popular for pulpo, empanada and other Galician staples, with a casual local feel.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and seafood can be pricey in peak season, but local menus, buses, and cafes are good value versus larger tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare; extra tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irun to Vigo 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 Vigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Irun to Vigo trains use the Irun to Vigo Urzáiz station pair, with some services arriving at Vigo Guixar. Use this guide to compare Irun and Vigo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Irun is 1 km from Irun city centre. Public transport options include:
Irun has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Irun.
ATMs are available at Irun.
Ticket office support is available at Irun. Information desks are available at Irun.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Irun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Irun: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irun.
Vigo Urzáiz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Vicus bar
ATMs are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Ticket office support is available at Vigo Urzáiz. Information desks are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Vigo Guixar is 1 km from Vigo city centre. Public transport options include:
Vigo Guixar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Vigo Guixar.
ATMs are available at Vigo Guixar.
Ticket office support is available at Vigo Guixar. Information desks are available at Vigo Guixar.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vigo Guixar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vigo Guixar: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Guixar.
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