- Must visit
Museo da Catedral de Santiago de Compostela
The cathedral museum complex displays sacred art, cloisters and historic spaces, offering the best way to understand the monument beyond the nave.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 49 m
Buses on 05 Sept
36
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 36 buses from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 42 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.
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09213Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 72 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 45m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 18m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Monbus, BlaBlaCar, MonBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ 09143 | 8:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 6h04 | 14:34 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09153 | 8:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 6h59 | 15:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12453 | 8:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h56 | 13:26 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal | 8:35 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 10:10 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 09143 | 9:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 5h04 | 14:34 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09153 | 9:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 5h59 | 15:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12453 | 9:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h56 | 13:26 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09153 | 10:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h59 | 15:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09143 | 10:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h04 | 14:34 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12453 | 10:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 2h56 | 13:26 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal | 11:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 13:10 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 09351 | 12:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h37 | 15:37 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09153 | 12:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h29 | 15:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12431 | 12:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h20 | 16:20 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 04334 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 2h53 | 16:23 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09173 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h59 | 17:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12431 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 16:20 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09171 | 14:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h24 | 17:44 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09183 | 14:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h09 | 18:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09173 | 14:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h09 | 17:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09183 | 15:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h29 | 18:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09201 | 15:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 6h29 | 21:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12441 | 15:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h49 | 19:49 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09201 | 15:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 5h59 | 21:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09183 | 15:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 2h59 | 18:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12441 | 15:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h19 | 19:49 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal | 15:40 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 17:15 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 09201 | 17:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h59 | 21:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09213 | 17:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h42 | 22:12 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12561 | 17:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 5h16 | 22:46 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09213 | 18:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h12 | 22:12 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 09201 | 18:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h29 | 21:29 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12561 | 18:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 4h46 | 22:46 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal | 18:40 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 20:15 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 09213 | 19:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 2h42 | 22:12 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
Normal+ 12561 | 19:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 3h16 | 22:46 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
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Buses from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 20:50. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 20:50 |
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Discover the best of Santiago de Compostela — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santiago de Compostela trip today.
The cathedral museum complex displays sacred art, cloisters and historic spaces, offering the best way to understand the monument beyond the nave.
Museum of the Galician people housed in a former convent, noted for regional culture, traditional life and the remarkable triple spiral staircase.
Galicia’s main contemporary art centre in a former convent, with changing exhibitions in a bold architectural setting near the old town.
This large urban park offers shaded walks, ponds and classic views back towards the old city, making it ideal for a relaxed break outdoors.
A broad historic square beside the cathedral, known for its stone steps, monastery façade and distinctive atmosphere from day to night.
The city’s main market is a lively local favourite for produce, crafts and everyday life, offering an authentic break from major monuments.
Almond cake from Santiago with a dense, moist crumb and the Cross of Saint James on top. A classic pilgrimage sweet from Galicia.
Galician octopus served with olive oil, paprika and coarse salt, usually over sliced potatoes. One of the region’s most iconic dishes.
Hearty Galician broth made with grelos, potatoes and beans, often enriched with pork. A traditional cold-weather staple in local homes.
Refined Galician dining in the old town, known for seasonal produce, seafood and thoughtful tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Long-established traditional restaurant serving generous Galician classics, especially seafood and local specialities, in a lively central dining room.
Popular casual spot for pulpo, empanada and other Galician favourites near the market, with an informal atmosphere and local feel.
Moderate for Spain: pilgrim lodgings help, meals are reasonable, and the compact centre limits transport costs, though peak-season rooms can rise.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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Estación de Autobuses, Santiago de Compostela -> Praza de Galicia, Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela by coach. 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 coach, 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.

Most Ferrol to Santiago de Compostela buses use the Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Ferrol and Santiago de Compostela bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bar and vending machines available.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses: Ramps and accessible toilets available.
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