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Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train

Q: 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 earliest train for this route departs from Madrid at 06: 00 . The last train leaves from Madrid at 18: 15 . Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

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Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times and prices for 20 May

Cheapest

£73

Average

£73

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 £ 73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 73.

Cheapest

08:00Madrid Chamartín3h19 11:19Santiago De Compostela

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£731One-way

Train schedule Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing trains for tomorrow, Fri, 20 May

Renfe Alvia

04:20Madrid4h22 08:42Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe Alvia

06:00Madrid3h19 09:19Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe Alvia

13:30Madrid3h16 16:46Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe Alvia

16:45Madrid3h43 20:28Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe Alvia

17:15Madrid3h31 20:46Santiago de Compostela

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Renfe Alvia

18:15Madrid3h31 21:46Santiago de Compostela

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Fri
20 May

£73

£44

£60

Sat
21 May

£55

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Sun
22 May

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£44

£31

Mon
23 May

£55

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Tue
24 May

£37

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Wed
25 May

£37

£44

£9

Thu
26 May

£43

£44

£28

Fri
27 May

£55

£44

£28

Sat
28 May

£55

£44

£29

Sun
29 May

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£44

£29

Mon
30 May

£43

£44

£29

Tue
31 May

£37

£44

£19

Wed
1 Jun

£37

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Thu
2 Jun

£43

£44

£12

Fri
3 Jun

£55

£44

£28

Sat
4 Jun

£49

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Sun
5 Jun

£61

£44

£29

Mon
6 Jun

£37

£44

£12

Tue
7 Jun

£30

£44

£12

Wed
8 Jun

£37

£44

£12

Fastest train times from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Showing times and prices for 20 May

Fastest Journey

3 h 16 m

Average

3 h 37 m

Trains per day

Distance

487 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Madrid for Santiago de Compostela every day 6 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 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.

Renfe Alvia

13:30Madrid3h16 16:46Santiago de Compostela

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£731One-way

Renfe Alvia

06:00Madrid3h19 09:19Santiago de Compostela

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£731One-way

Renfe Alvia

18:15Madrid3h31 21:46Santiago de Compostela

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£1051One-way

Renfe Alvia

17:15Madrid3h31 20:46Santiago de Compostela

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£731One-way

Renfe Alvia

16:45Madrid3h43 20:28Santiago de Compostela

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£971One-way

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Overview: Train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

	Distance	301 miles (486 km)
	Average train duration	3 h 16 min
	Average train ticket price	£56 (€63)
	Train frequency	2 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Renfe or Renfe Alvia

Trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela cover the 301 miles (486 km) long route taking on average 3 h 16 min with our travel partners like Renfe or Renfe Alvia. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around £56, 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: Renfe trains Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Renfe trains will get you between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe

Renfe is Spain’s national train provider operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travellers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Madrid to Santiago de Compostela trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Renfe has updated its ticket policies due to the coronavirus. Keep these in mind when booking your Renfe tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela and when travelling by train:

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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 does a cheap train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela cost?

If you’re looking to save money on tickets, you can find a cheap train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela for as little as £37 in the next 7 days.

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

If you are looking to book your train ticket in the next 7 days, you can expect the Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train to cost on average £56 one way.

What is the distance by train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela?

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

How long is the train journey to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid?

The Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train duration is on average 3 h 16 min, which is to be expected when travelling 301 miles (486 km) to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid. 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 travelling this route depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and arrive in Santiago De Compostela.

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

Passengers board their train most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and travel around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from the city centre to this train station.

Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Santiago De Compostela and need to travel approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) from the train station to the city centre in Santiago de Compostela.

Which train companies can take me between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela?

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

Are there any Madrid to Santiago de Compostela direct trains?

Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela. If you’re looking for a direct train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, consider travelling with Renfe Alvia. Non-stop train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your train tickets.

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

The average number of trains departing Madrid for Santiago de Compostela is 2 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

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 earliest train for this route departs from Madrid at 06: 00. The last train leaves from Madrid at 18: 15. Check Omio for the latest train schedule from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

How far in advance should I buy train tickets to Santiago de Compostela from Madrid for the best deals?

You can find a train between Madrid and Santiago de Compostela to cost on average £56 one way if you book within the next 7 days. But we recommend buying train tickets in advance to score the best deals and save money on your route. You’ll see tickets for the Madrid to Santiago de Compostela train generally on sale a few months before the planned travel date.

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 from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.