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Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, while a flight costs an average of $402.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
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$402 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $80.
A train is $245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $319.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
Tickets start at around $80 compared to roughly $96 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 7h 26m versus 4h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get from Santander to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Santander to Santiago de Compostela is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal3:45 AM9h15Santander, Estación de Autobuses1:00 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses$761One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- Normal3:45 AM9h15Santander, Estación de Autobuses1:00 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses$761One-way0 transfers
Fastest
IB494 · IB11375:40 PM3h25Santander Airport9:05 PMSantiago de Compostela Airport$8521One-way1 transfer
Other options
VY1597 · VY16805:40 PM15h05Santander Airport8:45 AMSantiago de Compostela Airport$4091One-way1 transfer- VY1597 · VY16835:40 PM4h40Santander Airport10:20 PMSantiago de Compostela Airport$4681One-way1 transfer
- IB1060 · IB11359:20 AM3h45Santander Airport1:05 PMSantiago de Compostela Airport$8521One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is $6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $80.
A train is $245 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Santiago de Compostela costing on average $319.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
- Around 4 flights per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
- Around 1 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santander and Santiago de Compostela as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Santander Airport and arrive in Santiago de Compostela Airport.
- Buses mostly depart from Santander, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Santiago de Compostela by bus.
- Travel with Iberia, Vueling to go to Santiago de Compostela by flight.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros to go to Santiago de Compostela by train.
- 3 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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