The cheapest and fastest trains from León to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
4 h 44 m
Average duration
4 h 44 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 €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 2 trains that leave León for Santiago de Compostela on Thu, Jan 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 44 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.




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 bus with prices starting from €32. 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 bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 245 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€35 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m 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 |
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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 tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:47 PM León | 4h44 | 8:31 PM Santiago de Compostela | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM León | 4h44 | 8:39 PM Santiago de Compostela | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from León to Santiago de Compostela
Trains from León to Santiago de Compostela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 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 44m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 07:53 |
Last train 17:55 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from León to Santiago de Compostela trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between León and Santiago de Compostela from €21. 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from León, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Santiago De Compostela, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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