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Aquarium Finisterrae
Public aquarium focused on Atlantic marine life, with indoor exhibits and ocean-facing pools. One of the city’s best-known modern attractions by the sea.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 32 trains that leave Santiago de Compostela for A Coruña on Fri, May 29, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 31 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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09162Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 34 miles (56 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña:
A train is $0.74 (€0.60) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to A Coruña take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 23m.
The journey is about 19m faster (36m by train vs 55m by car) and roughly $8 (€6) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $16 (€13)). 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 MD, Renfe AVANT, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, 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 Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04375 | Delayed 6:36 PM 8:21 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h33 | 7:09 PM 7:09 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09192 | Delayed 6:35 PM 8:33 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h33 | 7:07 PM 7:07 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12554 | Delayed 8:07 PM 10:07 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h38 | 10:45 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
34395 | 10:22 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 10:54 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04395 | Delayed 8:29 PM 10:22 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 9:01 PM 9:01 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09212 | Delayed 8:58 PM 10:58 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 9:29 PM 9:29 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12560 | On time 11:10 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h39 | 11:49 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04405 | On time 11:28 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 11:59 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
34405 | 11:28 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 11:59 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
12512 | Delayed 4:35 AM 6:35 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h42 | 7:17 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09470 | On time 7:22 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 7:53 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09072 | Delayed 5:42 AM 7:42 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h36 | 8:18 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09480 | On time 8:32 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 9:03 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09082 | Delayed 6:58 AM 8:58 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 7:29 AM 7:29 AMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04295 | Delayed 8:01 AM 10:01 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 8:33 AM 8:33 AMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
34295 | 10:01 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 10:33 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09090 | On time 10:37 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 11:08 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12526 | On time 10:57 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h38 | 11:35 AM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09112 | Delayed 9:33 AM 11:33 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 10:04 AM 10:04 AMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09120 | On time 1:22 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 1:53 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12528 | Delayed 12:10 PM 2:10 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h39 | 2:49 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09132 | Delayed 12:48 PM 2:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 1:19 PM 1:19 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09140 | On time 3:07 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 3:38 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09142 | Delayed 1:28 PM 3:28 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 1:59 PM 1:59 PMA Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09550 | 4:12 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 4:43 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
12538 | 4:38 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h39 | 5:17 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09160 | 5:22 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 5:53 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09162 | 5:28 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 5:59 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04345 | 5:45 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 6:17 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09172 | 6:36 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h32 | 7:08 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09182 | 7:13 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 7:44 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
09590 | 7:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h31 | 8:13 PM A Coruña station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña run on average 28 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (56 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 34 miles (56 km) |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 4:29 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Public aquarium focused on Atlantic marine life, with indoor exhibits and ocean-facing pools. One of the city’s best-known modern attractions by the sea.
Interactive museum dedicated to the human body and human experience, set in a striking seafront building. A strong family-friendly stop on the city’s science-museum circuit.
Fine arts museum with Galician, Spanish, and European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. A rewarding stop for visitors interested in regional culture.
The city’s main square, framed by arcaded buildings and the imposing town hall. A must-see public space and natural starting point for exploring the center.
A Coruña’s old town, with historic lanes, churches, small squares, and sea views. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and architectural character.
Long seafront promenade wrapping around much of the city and linking beaches, cliffs, and major sights. Ideal for walking, cycling, and sunset views.
Galician-style octopus, boiled and served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt. A regional classic found in taverns and festivals.
A savory baked pie, often filled with tuna, cod, or meat with onions and peppers. One of Galicia’s most iconic everyday foods.
Goose barnacles harvested from the rough Galician coast. Briny and highly prized, they are a signature seafood delicacy of the area.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant with panoramic views, known for modern Galician cuisine and elegant tasting menus.
Established contemporary spot serving updated Galician dishes with quality local produce in a stylish but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant popular for fresh shellfish, fish, and classic Galician preparations in a polished traditional setting.
Moderate by Spanish standards. Tapas and local lunches are affordable, while seafront dining and summer hotels cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and small change for taxis.
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