- Must visit
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 on Sep 18
€2
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 18
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontevedra to Ourense is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontevedra to Ourense will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 6 trains from Pontevedra to Ourense, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 30 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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37621Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontevedra to Ourense among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Pontevedra to Ourense:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pontevedra to Ourense costing on average €18.
Other travel options to Ourense take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (1h 19m by train vs 1h 27m by car). Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pontevedra to Ourense trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04384 | On time 5:42 PM Pontevedra station | 1h10 | 6:52 PM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
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04464 | 6:07 AM Pontevedra station | 1h18 | 7:25 AM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
37621 | 7:48 AM Pontevedra station | 1h30 | 9:18 AM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
00621 | 7:48 AM Pontevedra station | 1h30 | 9:18 AM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
04494 | 10:01 AM Pontevedra station | 1h23 | 11:24 AM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
04254 | 1:54 PM Pontevedra station | 1h16 | 3:10 PM Ourense-Empalme | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pontevedra to Ourense run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 6:17 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Ourense — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ourense trip today.
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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Ourense-Empalme -> Praza Maior, Ourense
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontevedra to Ourense 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 Ourense, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pontevedra to Ourense trains use the Pontevedra to Ourense station pair. Use this guide to compare Pontevedra and Ourense train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pontevedra is 1 km from Pontevedra city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontevedra has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Pontevedra.
ATMs are available at Pontevedra.
Ticket office support is available at Pontevedra. Information desks are available at Pontevedra.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontevedra: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontevedra.
Ourense is 2 km from Ourense city centre. Public transport options include:
Ourense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Sanmiguel, Restaurante Nova
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ourense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ourense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ourense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ourense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ourense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Ourense, Hotel Francisco II, Hotel Princess.
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