Santander to Vigo train with Renfe ALVIA

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Vigo

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€69
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€71
Fastest journey on Nov 02
15 h 43 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
15 h 49 m
Trains on Nov 02
3
Distance
424 km
Cheap tickets

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 €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Santander to Vigo without transferring at least once.

  • Renfe18100+Renfe ALVIA00622
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD37072+Renfe ALVIA00622
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04072 · 00622
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Santander to Vigo

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Trains from Santander to Vigo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 13:37. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 8h 26m.

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 €3
Distance
424 km
Average train duration
9h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€14
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
8h 26m
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
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 €3

Live departures

Santander to Vigo train times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Vigo trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Renfe ALVIA04072 · 006227:05 AM Santander station
15h52
10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz1 transfer
Renfe MD37072+Renfe ALVIA006227:05 AM Santander station
15h52
10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz1 transfer
Renfe18100+Renfe ALVIA006227:14 AM Santander station
15h43
10:57 PM Vigo Urzáiz1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO from Santander to Vigo trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Santander and Vigo from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Renfe ALVIA Duration
8h 26m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
€14
Renfe ALVIA frequency
3 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 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 Renfe AVLO Duration
8h 27m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
€18
Renfe AVLO frequency
1 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Santander and Vigo

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Santander to Vigo, you can count on Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO for the best way to get you to Vigo. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Santander and Vigo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Santander to Vigo can start from as little as €14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santander to Vigo is €28; 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 Santander to Vigo is 8h 26m to travel the 424 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 Santander to Vigo leaves at 5:59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Santander to Vigo leaves at 1:37 PM.
There are 3 trains a day from Santander to Vigo which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Vigo. Take the fast train with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO from Santander to Vigo.
A trip to Vigo from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 26m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santander and Vigo including taking a train, bus, and flight.

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.

Departure train stations in Santander
Arrival train stations in Vigo

Which Santander station do trains to Vigo leave from?

Trains from Santander to Vigo leave from Santander. The station is 1 km from Santander city centre at 39008 Santander, Cantabria, Spain.
Santander39008 Santander, Cantabria, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk

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.

Most popular train connections from Santander

Train Santander - Madrid
Train Santander - Bilbao

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