The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Vigo
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€41
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€67
Fastest journey on Sep 17
12 h 39 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
14 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 17
4
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Vigo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Vigo will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
It's difficult to get from Santander to Vigo without transferring at least once.
18102+
006229:20 AM13h37Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€411One-way1 transfer
37072+
006227:05 AM15h52Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€451One-way1 transfer
04072 · 006227:05 AM15h52Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€461One-way1 transfer
04072+
045657:05 AM12h39Santander station7:44 PMVigo Urzáiz€1371One-way1 transfer
04072+
045657:05 AM12h39Santander station7:44 PMVigo Urzáiz€1371One-way1 transfer
18102+
006229:20 AM13h37Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€411One-way1 transfer
04072 · 006227:05 AM15h52Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€461One-way1 transfer
37072+
006227:05 AM15h52Santander station10:57 PMVigo Urzáiz€451One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Vigo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Vigo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a flight costs an average of €205.
Distance: 424 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€84 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest | €205 Average price | €93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 45m Average total duration 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Vigo:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander to Vigo costing on average €84.
A bus is €134 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Vigo costing on average €205.
Other travel options to Vigo take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
Train takes on average 9h 15m.
Live departures
Santander to Vigo train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Vigo trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18102+ 00622 | Delayed 11:59 PM 9:20 AMSantander station | 13h37 | 10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
04072 · 00622 | On time 7:05 AM Santander station | 15h52 | 10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz | 1 transfer | |
37072+ 00622 | 7:05 AM Santander station | 15h52 | 10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz | 1 transfer | |
04072+ 04565 | 7:05 AM Santander station | 12h39 | 7:44 PM Vigo Urzáiz | 1 transfer | |
18102+ 00622 | 9:20 AM Santander station | 13h37 | 10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Vigo
Trains from Santander to Vigo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €81 but you can travel from only €52 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 13:37. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 21h 11m.
Distance 424 km |
Average train duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €81 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 11m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 1:37 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Vigo trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Vigo from €52. 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 Santander to Vigo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Vigo 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 Vigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santander to Vigo
Most Santander to Vigo trains use the Santander to Vigo Urzáiz station pair, with some services arriving at Vigo Guixar. Use this guide to compare Santander and Vigo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santander station do trains to Vigo leave from?
Santander train station facilities and services
Santander 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 Santander.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santander.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Which Vigo station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Vigo Urzáiz train station facilities and services
Vigo Urzáiz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Vicus bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vigo Urzáiz. Information desks are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Getting to Vigo Guixar from Vigo city centre
Vigo Guixar is 1 km from Vigo city centre. Public transport options include:
Vigo Guixar train station facilities and services
Vigo Guixar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Vigo Guixar.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Vigo Guixar.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vigo Guixar. Information desks are available at Vigo Guixar.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vigo Guixar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vigo Guixar: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Guixar.
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