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Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£62
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£62
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
6 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
17 h 17 m
Trains on 31 Aug
3
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon 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 Lisbon will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon you need to make at least 2 changes.






Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £274.
Distance: 466 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£62 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £274 Average Price |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:24 Santiago de Compostela | 6h28 | 22:52 Lisbon | 2 changes | |
![]() | 22:10 Santiago de Compostela | 37h42 | 11:52 Lisbon | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:08, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 466 km distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 466 km |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 3:08 |
Last train 21:29 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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Leading collection of ancient to early modern art in Portugal, including painting, sculpture, textiles, and decorative arts.
National museum in the former royal coach house, displaying ceremonial carriages and transport pieces from several centuries.
Contemporary art museum in Belém with Portuguese and international works, set in a modern riverside cultural complex.
Historic central square by the river, framed by arcades and grand façades, ideal for architecture, walks, and city atmosphere.
Traditional district of steep lanes, fado heritage, viewpoints, and old houses, rewarding visitors who explore on foot.
Elegant hilltop garden viewpoint with terraces, statues, and broad views over central Lisbon and the castle skyline.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato. A beloved Lisbon comfort dish reflecting Portugal’s long tradition of preserving and cooking bacalhau.
Crisp cod fritters with shredded salt cod, egg and potato. A classic snack or starter found in tascas and family meals across Lisbon.
Rich bread-and-seafood stew with prawns, fish and shellfish, usually finished with coriander. A festive coastal dish popular in Lisbon restaurants.
Contemporary Portuguese fine dining with tasting menus and polished service. A smart choice for a special meal in central Lisbon.
Historic Belém bakery famed for traditional pastéis de nata. Fast-paced, classic setting and one of Lisbon’s essential sweet stops.
Refined restaurant focused on classic Portuguese cooking, including cod and game. Elegant but approachable dining near Chiado.
Moderate for Western Europe: lodging and dining are cheaper than Paris or London, while tourist areas cost more. Public transport is good value.
Tipping is appreciated but not expected. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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