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Museum in the old prison and maritime station exploring Ferrol’s naval past, shipbuilding and port life through models, objects and documents.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 29 m
Buses on 05 Sept
47
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 47 buses from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 37 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 coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol 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 47m. 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 £17.
Distance: 72 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price | £15 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m 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 |
![]() 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 Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Ferrol take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 17m 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 Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:20 Santiago de Compostela | 1h00 | 23:20 Ferrol | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:20 Santiago de Compostela | 0h50 | 0:10 Ferrol | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
09072+ Normal | 7:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h33 | 13:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09072+ Normal | 7:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h33 | 10:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09072+ Normal | 7:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h33 | 12:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09480+ Normal | 8:27 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h48 | 12:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09480+ Normal | 8:27 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h48 | 13:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09480+ Normal | 8:27 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h03 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09082+ Normal | 8:58 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h17 | 12:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09082+ Normal | 8:58 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h17 | 13:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09082+ Normal | 8:58 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h32 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 9:25 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 10:50 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
04295+ Normal | 10:01 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h14 | 13:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
04295+ Normal | 10:01 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h29 | 13:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
04295+ Normal | 10:01 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h29 | 14:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 11:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 12:25 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
09112+ Normal | 11:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h37 | 17:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09112+ Normal | 11:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h07 | 16:45 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09112+ Normal | 11:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h52 | 14:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09120+ Normal | 13:22 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h53 | 17:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09120+ Normal | 13:22 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h23 | 16:45 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09120+ Normal | 13:22 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h53 | 17:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 13:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h35 | 15:30 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
12528+ Normal | 14:10 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h10 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
12528+ Normal | 14:10 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h35 | 18:45 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
12528+ Normal | 14:10 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h05 | 17:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09132+ Normal | 14:53 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h52 | 18:45 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09132+ Normal | 14:53 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h22 | 17:15 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09132+ Normal | 14:53 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h27 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09140+ Normal | 15:07 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h13 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09140+ Normal | 15:07 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h38 | 18:45 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09140+ Normal | 15:07 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h13 | 21:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 16:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 17:25 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
12538+ Normal | 16:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h42 | 21:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
12538+ Normal | 16:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h22 | 22:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
12538+ Normal | 16:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h42 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09160+ Normal | 17:22 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h58 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09162+ Normal | 17:28 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h52 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09162+ Normal | 17:28 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h52 | 21:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
04345+ Normal | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h15 | 22:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
04345+ Normal | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h35 | 20:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
04345+ Normal | 17:45 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h35 | 21:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 17:55 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h37 | 19:32 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
09172+ Normal | 18:36 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 5h12 | 23:48 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09172+ Normal | 18:36 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 2h44 | 21:20 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09172+ Normal | 18:36 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 3h24 | 22:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09182+ Normal | 19:13 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h35 | 23:48 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
09590+ Normal | 19:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 4h06 | 23:48 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 20:20 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 22:00 Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. 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 25m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 20:50 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Ferrol — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ferrol trip today.
Museum in the old prison and maritime station exploring Ferrol’s naval past, shipbuilding and port life through models, objects and documents.
Naval museum with historic weapons, instruments, uniforms and ship models, offering a clear introduction to Ferrol’s long military maritime role.
Science and technology museum in the Herrerías arsenal area, known for hands-on displays and the large anchor collection outside.
Ferrol’s eighteenth-century grid-planned district, ideal for walking among arcades, modernist façades and the city’s classic civic architecture.
Central square lined with trees and notable buildings, a pleasant place to pause while exploring the historic centre and nearby shopping streets.
Long seafront promenade with harbour views, public art and good walking space, linking central Ferrol with its waterfront character.
Galician octopus with paprika, olive oil and coarse salt, usually served on wooden boards. A coastal classic eaten widely in Ferrol and across Galicia.
Hearty fish stew from nearby Mugardos, traditionally made with monkfish, potatoes, onion, garlic and paprika. A signature dish of the Ferrol estuary.
Large Atlantic goose barnacles harvested from the Galician coast. Prized for their intense sea flavour and simple preparation with salted water.
Elegant dining room known for Galician seafood, rice dishes and seasonal produce, with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Well-known central Ferrol restaurant serving traditional Galician cooking, especially fish, shellfish and hearty local specialities.
Casual seafood-focused spot popular for fresh raciones, shellfish and classic Galician flavours in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Spain’s north-west. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels in peak summer rise. Local buses stay inexpensive for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up to the nearest €1.
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Estación de Autobuses -> Praza de Armas, Ferrol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol 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 Ferrol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Ferrol buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Ferrol, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Ferrol 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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