- Must visit
Museo da Catedral de Santiago
Outstanding museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, treasury rooms and major works explaining the city's religious history.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$137
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$161
Fastest journey on Sep 05
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 05
27
Distance
781 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela without transferring at least once.
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04345Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $495.
Distance: 485 miles (781 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $495 Average price | $232 Average price | $195 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 38h 43m Average total duration 38h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is $192 (€155) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $232 (€187).
A train is $456 (€368) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $495 (€399).
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
Bus takes on average 38h 13m.
The journey is about 4h 19m faster (5h 8m by train vs 9h 27m by car) and roughly $156 (€126) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $195 (€157)). 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.
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 Valencia to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05081 · 04375 | Delayed 8:42 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 11h36 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05095+ 04375 | Delayed 9:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h46 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05095+ 04395 | Delayed 9:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h47 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05101+ 04405 | Delayed 10:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h53 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05101 · 04395 | Delayed 10:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 11h47 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05101 · 04375 | Delayed 10:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h46 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06103+ 04395 | Delayed 10:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 11h22 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06103+ 04405 | Delayed 10:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h28 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06103+ 04375 | Delayed 10:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h21 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06123+ 04405 | Delayed 12:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h58 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06123+ 04395 | Delayed 12:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h52 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06123+ 04375 | Delayed 12:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h51 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05721 · 04395 | Delayed 12:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h44 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05721+ 04405 | Delayed 12:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h50 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05721 · 04375 | Delayed 12:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h43 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05131 · 04395 | Delayed 1:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h47 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05131+ 04405 | Delayed 1:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h53 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05131 · 04375 | Delayed 1:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h46 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06143+ 04405 | Delayed 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h28 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06143+ 04395 | Delayed 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h22 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06143+ 04375 | Delayed 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h21 | 6:18 PM 6:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05155+ 04395 | Delayed 3:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h47 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05155 · 04405 | Delayed 3:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h53 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06163+ 04395 | Delayed 4:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h07 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06163+ 04405 | Delayed 4:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h13 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05161 · 04395 | Delayed 4:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h44 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05161+ 04405 | Delayed 4:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h50 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
05171+ 04405 | Delayed 5:42 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h43 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06183+ 04405 | Delayed 5:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h28 | 9:25 PM 9:25 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
05075+ 04345 | 7:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h10 | 5:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06083+ 04975 | 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 13h12 | 9:24 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
06083+ 04345 | 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h30 | 5:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 485 miles (781 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 485 miles (781 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 36 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Santiago de Compostela — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santiago de Compostela trip today.
Outstanding museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, treasury rooms and major works explaining the city's religious history.
Museum dedicated to Galicia's people, traditions and crafts, set in the former convent of San Domingos de Bonaval.
Contemporary art center in a striking Álvaro Siza building, featuring changing exhibitions and strong collections of modern art.
Historic square beside the cathedral with lively arcades, cafés nearby and excellent views of Santiago's monumental core.
Peaceful park with historic oaks, shaded walks and classic viewpoints over the cathedral towers and old town skyline.
Traditional market district and square where locals shop, offering a vivid glimpse of everyday life in Santiago.
Traditional almond cake from Santiago, marked with the Cross of Saint James. Dense, sweet, and iconic for pilgrims and local celebrations.
Galician octopus served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt, often on a wooden plate. A classic festive dish across Galicia.
Hearty Galician broth made with grelos, potatoes, beans, and usually pork. A rural staple, especially popular in cooler weather.
Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Galician tasting menus in an elegant, contemporary setting near the old town.
Traditional Galician restaurant famed for octopus and classic regional dishes. Rustic feel and long-standing local reputation.
Popular modern Galician restaurant focused on seafood and seasonal products, with polished service and a central old-town location.
Moderate for Spain: pilgrim stays and local bars help, but central rooms and tourist dining cost more. Walking keeps transit costs low.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafes; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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