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Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Q: Which train station in Madrid goes to Santiago de Compostela? Which train station do I come into Santiago de Compostela from Madrid?

Omio customers book a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha to Santiago De Compostela most frequently for this route.

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The cheapest trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times and prices for 22 Oct

Cheapest

£53

Average

£66

The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £ 66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 53.

Cheapest

09:28Madrid Chamartín4h40 14:08Santiago De Compostela

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£531One-way

2nd Cheapest

15:00Madrid Chamartín4h35 19:35Santiago De Compostela

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£791One-way

Timetable Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

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09:28Madrid Chamartín4h40 14:08Santiago De Compostela

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15:00Madrid Chamartín4h35 19:35Santiago De Compostela

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Thu
21 Oct

£47

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£68

Fri
22 Oct

£47

£42

£75

Sat
23 Oct

£47

£42

£56

Sun
24 Oct

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£42

£41

Mon
25 Oct

£47

£42

£48

Tue
26 Oct

£42

£19

Wed
27 Oct

£37

£42

£45

Thu
28 Oct

£47

£42

£45

Fri
29 Oct

£47

£42

£82

Sat
30 Oct

£42

£62

Sun
31 Oct

£47

£42

£19

Tue
2 Nov

£37

£42

£28

Thu
4 Nov

£37

£42

£19

Fri
5 Nov

£47

£42

£19

Sat
6 Nov

£37

£42

£43

Sun
7 Nov

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£42

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Mon
8 Nov

£32

£42

£29

Tue
9 Nov

£21

£42

£19

Wed
10 Nov

£21

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The fastest trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times and prices for 22 Oct

Fastest Journey

4 h 35 m

Average

4 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

487 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Madrid for Santiago de Compostela every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 487 km distance in an average of 4 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 40 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.

Fastest

15:00Madrid Chamartín4h35 19:35Santiago De Compostela

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£791One-way

2nd Fastest

09:28Madrid Chamartín4h40 14:08Santiago De Compostela

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£531One-way

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Train Information from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

	Distance	301 miles (486 km)
	Average train duration	4 h 27 min
	Average train ticket price	£47 (€54)
	Train frequency	2 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Renfe

Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela cover the 301 miles (486 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 27 min with our travel partners like Renfe. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £47, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £37. Travellers depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and arrive in Santiago De Compostela.

Train companies

Train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela with Renfe

For as little as £37 you can travel by train between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela with Renfe. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this journey.

Renfe

Renfe is Spain’s national train operator offering a multitude of domestic routes and international routes to France and Portugal. Renfe is known for its range of ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also has discount cards for qualified travellers like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50, which you can use on Omio. When you ride with Renfe, you can expect to find an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and time needed to travel to your destination. These train types include Renfe AVE for high-speed long-distance routes, Alvia and Altaria for domestic routes in parts of Spain, Euromed for routes along the stunning Mediterranean coast, Avant commuter trains and Trenhotel night trains.

When you buy your Renfe train tickets between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela don't forget to keep the following COVID-19 related policies in mind:

Cashless payments recommended
Online booking and check-in recommended
Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
Renfe has applied temporary travel conditions for ticket holders that can no longer justify their travel or don’t wish to travel with AVE, Large Distancia, Avant or Media services for trips between 29th of October and 8th of May 2021
Travellers may choose to get a full refund, free of charge, or be provided with a new ticket for another date free of charge.
Passengers traveling international routes (Renfe–SNCF) can cancel their ticket free of charge until August 29th, 2021 if it’s requested three days before the departure date.

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Renfe trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Renfe is Spain's national train operator and connects the country's main points of interest. In addition, Renfe has the largest high-speed network in Europe with AVE and Alvia trains. Other Renfe train types are Altaria, Euromed and Talgo. All Renfe trains are equipped with an on-board bistro, toilets, air conditioning and many of them with Wi-Fi.

At Omio you can easily check the Renfe timetable for your trip and book cheap Renfe tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela. When booking, you can choose different classes (Tourist, Tourist Plus, Preferred and Club), the seat and the type of ticket you want (Promo, Promo+, Flexible or Round Trip). If you have a Renfe discount card, you can specify it when you buy your ticket at Omio and take advantage of many offers. For information on ticket cancellation, please visit our Help centre.

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Travel Tips

Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Travel by train to Santiago de Compostela easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.

How much do cheap train tickets to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid cost?

You can find a cheap train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela for some dates and times for as low as £37 one way in the next 7 days.

What is the average cost of a train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela?

If you are looking to purchase your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train to cost on average £47 one way.

What is the distance between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela by train?

The train distance from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is around 301 miles (486 km).

What is the average Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train duration?

The Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train duration is on average 4 h 27 min, which is to be expected when travelling 301 miles (486 km) between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela. However, the time it takes can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays.

Which train station in Madrid goes to Santiago de Compostela? Which train station do I come into Santiago de Compostela from Madrid?

Omio customers book a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha to Santiago De Compostela most frequently for this route.

Where is the Madrid train station located? Where is the Santiago de Compostela train station located?

Passengers board the train most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, which is located around 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Santiago De Compostela, located 1 mile (s) / 1 km away from the city centre.

What train companies offer a service between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela?

For the best Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Renfe. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela to compare what amenities they may offer.

How many train services are there from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela a day?

On average, there are 2 trains a day from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

When does the first train depart from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela? When does the last train depart from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela?

The first train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela leaves at 07: 28 and the last train for this leaves at 17: 25. Omio shows you the latest train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela schedule to help you book the best departure time for this journey.

How early should I buy Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train tickets to get the best deals?

The price of a one way train ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is on average £47 if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train providers offering this journey. In general, you can find train tickets between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela available a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Madrid

Santiago de Compostela

The major railway station for departures from Madrid is Madrid-Puerta de Atocha. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha for your trip between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela.