- 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 14 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
54 m
Buses on 14 Sept
21
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 21 buses from Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela, including 21 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 51 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 51 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is £0.05 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Coach takes on average 52m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (52m by bus vs 53m by car) and save roughly £4 compared to fuel and tolls (£6 vs £10). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Monbus, BlaBlaCar, MonBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela coaches for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 6:15 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h30 | 7:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 6:20 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h50 | 7:10 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 7:55 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 8:50 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:05 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 10:05 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:15 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h30 | 10:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:55 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 10:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:00 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h40 | 12:40 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:05 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 12:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 11:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h30 | 13:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:55 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 13:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:36 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h29 | 15:05 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:21 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h58 | 15:19 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:05 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 16:05 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h30 | 17:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:56 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 16:51 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:55 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 17:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:56 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 18:51 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:55 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h00 | 19:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:25 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h55 | 20:20 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:51 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 1h29 | 22:20 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:06 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0h59 | 22:05 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Pontevedra to Santiago de Compostela run on average 19 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 51 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 51 km |
Average bus duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 22:20 |
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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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