How to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña

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Compare train and bus for Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña

Omio 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 bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 34 miles (56 km)

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€13

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1h 42m

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The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is a train with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña:

A train is €0.58 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña costing on average €7.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is by train with an average journey time of 1h 7m.

Other travel options to A Coruña take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 18m faster (37m by train vs 55m by car) and roughly €6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€7 vs €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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña

How to get from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe12554
    10:07 PM0h38
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    10:45 PMA Coruña station
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Renfe12554
    10:07 PM0h38
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    10:45 PMA Coruña station
    61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Renfe AVANT09590
    7:42 PM0h31
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    8:13 PMA Coruña station
    81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe12560
    11:10 PM0h39
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    11:49 PMA Coruña station
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe12538
    4:38 PM0h39
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    5:17 PMA Coruña station
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe12528
    2:10 PM0h39
    Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
    2:49 PMA Coruña station
    61One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    3:19 PM1h01
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    4:20 PMA Coruña, Estación de Autobuses
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    10:55 AM1h05
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    12:00 PMA Coruña, Estación de Autobuses
    71One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    10:05 AM1h05
    Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
    11:10 AMA Coruña, Estación de Autobuses
    71One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña

Travel to A Coruña easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña.

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There are 2 options to travel between Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is a bus with an average price of €7.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña:

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña costing on average €8.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is by train with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to A Coruña take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 42m.

The distance from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is approximately 34 miles (56 km).
The average frequency per day from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña is:
  • Around 29 trains per day.
  • Around 19 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santiago de Compostela and A Coruña as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña:
  • Trains mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao and arrive in A Coruña station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Monbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Alsa, MonBus to go to A Coruña by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe AVANT, Renfe, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros to go to A Coruña by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña with the following travel companies:
  • 19 direct buses per day with Monbus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, MonBus.
  • 29 direct trains per day with Renfe MD, Renfe AVANT, Renfe, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Omio customers who travel from Santiago de Compostela to A Coruña often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Barcelona, Ferrol, Porto, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between A Coruña and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in A Coruña to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In A Coruña, you can enjoy Playa de Riazor for sunbathing and water sports, visit the Aquarium Finisterrae to explore Atlantic marine life, and savor local cuisine at Mercado de San Agustín. Discover the Old Town with a guided walking tour, or take a boat tour for unique coastal views. Noteworthy sights include the Torre de Hércules, Plaza de María Pita, Castillo de San Antón, Monte de San Pedro, and the Museo de Belas Artes da Coruña.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in A Coruña allows visitors to explore its main attractions, such as the Tower of Hercules, the Old Town, and the lively beaches, while also enjoying the local cuisine and atmosphere.
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