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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from León to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from León 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 León to Santiago de Compostela will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 2 trains that leave León for Santiago de Compostela on Thu, Jul 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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.
006224:58 PM4h50León station9:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€291One-way0 transfers
377224:58 PM4h50León station9:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€311One-way0 transfers
- 006224:58 PM4h50León station9:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€291One-way0 transfers
- 377224:58 PM4h50León station9:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for León to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from León to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a bus costs an average of €33.
Distance: 245 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
León to Santiago de Compostela train times
The table below shows live departures for León to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37722 | 4:58 PM León station | 4h50 | 9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 00622 | Delayed 4:58 PM León station | 4h50 | 7:48 PM 7:48 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from León to Santiago de Compostela
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Trains from León to Santiago de Compostela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. 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 07:53, the last at 17:55. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 7:53 AM |
Last train 5:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD from León to Santiago de Compostela trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe MD trains will get you between León and Santiago de Compostela from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from León to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from León to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from León to Santiago de Compostela
Most León to Santiago de Compostela trains use the León to Santiago De Compostela station pair. Use this guide to compare León and Santiago de Compostela train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which León station do trains to Santiago de Compostela leave from?
Getting to León from León city centre
León is 1 km from León city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
León train station facilities and services
León has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at León.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at León.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at León. Information desks are available at León.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at León: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at León: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at León.
Which Santiago de Compostela station do trains from León arrive at?
Getting to Santiago De Compostela from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Santiago De Compostela is 1 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago De Compostela train station facilities and services
Santiago De Compostela has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santiago De Compostela. Information desks are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago De Compostela.
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