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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
€133
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€211
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 18
14
Distance
581 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaragoza to Ourense is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaragoza to Ourense will cost around €211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €133.
It's difficult to get from Zaragoza to Ourense without transferring at least once.
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04395Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zaragoza to Ourense among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, while a bus costs an average of €51.
Distance: 361 miles (581 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€46 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €142 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg 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 Zaragoza to Ourense:
A flight is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zaragoza to Ourense costing on average €46.
A flight is €31 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zaragoza to Ourense costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Ourense take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 26m.
Bus takes on average 10h 13m.
The journey is about 2h 21m faster (4h 26m by train vs 6h 47m by car) and roughly €96 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€46 vs €142). 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 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 Zaragoza 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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06360+ 04405 | 5:27 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 5h16 | 10:43 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
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06060+ 05273 | 7:13 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 5h05 | 12:18 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06060+ 04515 | 7:13 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 6h26 | 1:39 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06060+ 04375 | 7:13 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 12h24 | 7:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06080+ 04395 | 9:26 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 12h11 | 9:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06080+ 04375 | 9:26 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 10h11 | 7:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 04405 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 12h18 | 10:43 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 04395 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 11h12 | 9:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 04375 | 10:25 AM Zaragoza-Delicias | 9h12 | 7:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 04405 | 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 9h50 | 10:43 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 04395 | 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 8h44 | 9:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 04375 | 12:53 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 6h44 | 7:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 04405 | 2:48 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 7h55 | 10:43 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 04395 | 2:48 PM Zaragoza-Delicias | 6h49 | 9:37 PM Ourense-Empalme | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Zaragoza to Ourense run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (581 km) distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 361 miles (581 km) |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 6:24 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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 Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza to Ourense trains use the Zaragoza-Delicias to Ourense station pair. Use this guide to compare Zaragoza and Ourense train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zaragoza-Delicias is 2 km from Zaragoza city centre. Public transport options include:
Zaragoza-Delicias has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Belros, Café & Té, Lizarrán, Pannus, Máquinas Vending
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available in main concourse. Open from 07:00 to 23:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zaragoza-Delicias: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zaragoza-Delicias: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaragoza-Delicias: Accessible facilities including restrooms, ramps, and parking. Additonal assistance available.
Nearby hotels include Eurostars Zaragoza, Exe Plaza Delicias, Zentral Ave Hotel.
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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