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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Showing times and prices for May 23
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
487 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid 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 Madrid to Santiago de Compostela will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Fast trains
Of the 26 trains that leave Madrid for Santiago de Compostela on Sat, May 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
042956:30 AM3h26Madrid Chamartín9:56 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€491One-way0 transfers- 04295+
044756:30 AM5h02Madrid Chamartín11:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€611One-way1 transfer - 04295+
091406:30 AM8h33Madrid Chamartín3:03 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€671One-way1 transfer - 04295+091206:30 AM6h48Madrid Chamartín1:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€671One-way1 transfer
- 044758:26 AM3h06Madrid Chamartín11:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€771One-way0 transfers
- 043957:17 PM3h02Madrid Chamartín10:19 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€961One-way0 transfers
- 043452:40 PM3h02Madrid Chamartín5:42 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€961One-way0 transfers
- 044758:26 AM3h06Madrid Chamartín11:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€771One-way0 transfers
- 05273+0912010:04 AM3h14Madrid Chamartín1:18 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€1041One-way1 transfer
- 049756:06 PM3h18Madrid Chamartín9:24 PMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao€891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €33.
Distance: 487 km
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€37 Average price Cheapest | €260 Average price | €50 Average price |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04395+34405 | On time 7:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h08 | 11:25 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04395 | On time 7:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h02 | 10:19 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04395+04405 | On time 7:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h08 | 11:25 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04405 | On time 8:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h02 | 11:25 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
| 04295 | Delayed 6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h26 | 7:56 AM 7:56 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04295+09140 | On time 6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h33 | 3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04295+09120 | On time 6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h48 | 1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04295+04475 | Delayed 6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 5h02 | 9:32 AM 9:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04475 | Delayed 8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h06 | 9:32 AM 9:32 AMSantiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04475+09140 | On time 8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h37 | 3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04475+09120 | On time 8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín | 4h52 | 1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
04475+ 12960 | On time 8:26 AM Madrid Chamartín | 10h01 | 6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 05273+09120 | On time 10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h14 | 1:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 05273+09140 | On time 10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 4h59 | 3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 05273+12960 | On time 10:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 8h23 | 6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04515+09140 | 11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h46 | 3:03 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04515+09160 | 11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín | 6h01 | 5:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04515+12960 | 11:17 AM Madrid Chamartín | 7h10 | 6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
 04325+04345 | 1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h22 | 5:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04325+09160 | 1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h58 | 5:18 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04325+12960 | 1:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 5h07 | 6:27 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04345 | 2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h02 | 5:42 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04345+09590 | 2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h58 | 7:38 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
04345+ 37722 | 2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 7h08 | 9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
| 04345+04975 | 2:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 6h44 | 9:24 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trains with Omio?
AVE as well as Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros and more offer trains services from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela?
The best time to book your train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Santiago de Compostela route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
Trains
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Overview: Train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
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Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 487 km distance in 3h 2m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €19
Distance 487 km |
Average train duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 5:41 AM |
Last train 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €19
Train companies: AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trainsAVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid 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.
AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
€24
AVE frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Renfe ALVIA
About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 45m
Cheapest Price
€66
Renfe ALVIA frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Renfe AVLO
About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
€19
Renfe AVLO frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
€50
Renfe Viajeros frequency
3 a day
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela can start from as little as €19 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is €37; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is 3h 2m to travel the 487 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 5:41 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 9:10 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela with AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, you can count on AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros for the best way to get you to Santiago de Compostela. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 2m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela including taking a train, bus, and flight.
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Popular train stations from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
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The major train station for departures in Madrid is Madrid Chamartín. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid Chamartín for your trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
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The major train station for arrivals in Santiago de Compostela is Santiago De Compostela. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santiago De Compostela for your journey to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid.
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