- Must visit
Museo Catedralicio
Museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, chapels, artworks, and historic spaces that deepen a visit to Santiago’s most important monument.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilagarcía de Arousa 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 Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 22 trains that leave Vilagarcía de Arousa for Santiago de Compostela on Wed, Jun 10, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 21 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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09082Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 28m. 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 bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$5 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
58m Average total duration Fastest 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 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 Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela:
A bus is $0.49 (€0.40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $5 (€4).
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Bus takes on average 30m.
The journey is about 18m faster (28m by train vs 46m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($5 (€4) vs $15 (€12)). 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, 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 Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12484 | Delayed 3:57 PM 5:57 PMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h45 | 6:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09172 | Delayed 4:11 PM 6:11 PMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 4:32 PM 4:32 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09182 | On time 6:48 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 7:09 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12488 | On time 7:11 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h43 | 7:54 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09192 | Delayed 6:08 PM 8:08 PMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 6:29 PM 6:29 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12590 | On time 8:35 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h40 | 9:15 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12554 | On time 9:21 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h42 | 10:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09212 | Delayed 8:30 PM 10:30 PMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h24 | 8:54 PM 8:54 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
12512 | Delayed 5:50 AM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h41 | 4:31 AM 4:31 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09072 | Delayed 7:12 AM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h26 | 5:38 AM 5:38 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12480 | Delayed 5:41 AM 7:41 AMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h42 | 6:23 AM 6:23 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
00621 | 8:04 AM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h24 | 8:28 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09082 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:33 AMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 6:54 AM 6:54 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12526 | Delayed 8:05 AM 10:05 AMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h48 | 10:53 AM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
04494 | Delayed 8:20 AM 10:20 AMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h24 | 8:44 AM 8:44 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09112 | Delayed 9:08 AM 11:08 AMVillagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 9:29 AM 9:29 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12482 | On time 12:00 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h38 | 12:38 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12528 | 1:23 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h43 | 2:06 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09132 | 2:20 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h24 | 2:44 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09142 | 3:03 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 3:24 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
12538 | 3:52 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h42 | 4:34 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
09162 | 5:03 PM Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 5:24 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Santiago de Compostela run on average 17 times per day, taking around 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
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Museum inside the cathedral complex with cloisters, chapels, artworks, and historic spaces that deepen a visit to Santiago’s most important monument.
Leading museum of Galician culture in the former Convent of San Domingos de Bonaval, known for its striking triple spiral staircase and strong regional collections.
Galicia’s main contemporary art centre, showing rotating exhibitions by Spanish and international artists beside Bonaval Park.
Santiago’s grand central square, framed by the cathedral, Pazo de Raxoi, and Hostal dos Reis Católicos, and the classic finishing point for pilgrims.
Beloved city park with broad walks, gardens, and classic views toward the cathedral skyline, popular for relaxed strolls and photography.
Historic square beside the cathedral, especially atmospheric in the evening and a favorite place to appreciate the old city’s stone architecture.
Galician-style octopus, boiled and served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt. It is one of the region's most iconic dishes and a staple at fairs and traditional eateries.
A famous almond cake from Santiago, usually marked with the Cross of Saint James. It is a classic local dessert closely tied to the city's identity and pilgrimage tradition.
Small green peppers from Galicia, blistered and sprinkled with salt. Most are mild, with the occasional spicy one, making them a beloved tapa across Santiago.
A well-known contemporary restaurant near the cathedral, famous for creative Galician cooking with international touches in a lively, modern setting.
A celebrated market-focused restaurant known for fresh seafood, seasonal produce, and modern Galician dishes in a relaxed, stylish atmosphere.
A classic tavern-style spot popular for traditional Galician tapas, seafood, and a bustling local feel in the old town.
Moderate for Spain. Pilgrim areas can cost more, but menus, tapas, and coffee are usually reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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