
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£73
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£77
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
12 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
12 h 23 m
Buses on 18 Sept
3
Distance
551 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Irun 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 Irun will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 buses from Santiago de Compostela to Irun, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 551 km distance in an average of 12 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 35 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.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Irun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £78 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £78, while a flight costs an average of £214.
Distance: 551 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£78 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £214 Average Price | £102 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 25m Average total duration Fastest 9h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 10h 33m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Irun:
A coach is £10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Irun costing on average £88.
A coach is £135 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Irun costing on average £214.
Other travel options to Irun take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 5m.
Flight takes on average 10h 33m.
Tickets start at around £78 compared to roughly £102 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 10h 5m versus 6h 59m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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 Irun coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 Santiago de Compostela | 12h35 | 4:05 Irun | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 8:00 Santiago de Compostela | 12h00 | 20:00 Irun | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Irun run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £71 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 551 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 551 km |
Average bus duration 10h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 35m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Irun 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 Irun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Irun buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Irun, Txanaleta Plaza station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Irun bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Irun, Txanaleta Plaza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Ticket office support is available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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