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Casa Museo de Rosalía de Castro
House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Padrón 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 Padrón will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 4 trains from Santiago de Compostela to Padrón, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 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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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Padrón run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 13m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 22:41 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santiago de Compostela to Padrón.
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Padrón trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
09073 | 7:33 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h15 | 7:48 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12421 | 10:21 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h20 | 10:41 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12451 | 11:00 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h16 | 11:16 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12453 | 13:31 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h15 | 13:46 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
09143 | 14:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h14 | 14:52 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12455 | 15:11 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h16 | 15:27 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12431 | 16:46 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h15 | 17:01 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12457 | 19:34 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h16 | 19:50 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12441 | 19:54 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h17 | 20:11 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12459 | 20:40 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h16 | 20:56 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12461 | 22:10 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h16 | 22:26 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
09223 | 22:41 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h14 | 22:55 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
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House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
Camilo José Cela's former home displays manuscripts, art, personal objects and exhibitions about the Nobel laureate's career.
Interpretation centre at Santiaguiño explaining local Jacobean traditions, pilgrimage links and the hill's religious heritage.
Public garden beside the river with mature trees, statues and shaded walks, ideal for a relaxed stroll near the centre.
Hilltop pilgrimage area with steps, stone features and open views, combining nature, legend and one of Padrón's best walks.
Historic central square framed by arcades and civic buildings, often lively and a practical base for exploring the old town.
Small green peppers from the Padrón area, usually fried in olive oil with sea salt. Famous because most are mild but an occasional one is hot.
Traditional Galician empanada filled with tuna, meat or seafood in a baked wheat pastry. A staple at local bakeries, bars and family gatherings.
Galician octopus, typically boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. It is one of the region’s most iconic festival and tavern dishes.
Well-known local asador serving grilled meats, seafood and classic Galician dishes in a relaxed, established setting.
Casual central spot for tapas, portions and local favourites, handy for trying Padrón peppers with drinks in an informal atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for Galician classics, especially lamprey in season, with a smart but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Spain: dining and coffee are good value, while summer stays cost more. Local buses are cheap and walking covers much of the centre.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Padrón by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Padrón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Padrón trains use the Santiago De Compostela to Padrón station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Padrón train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santiago De Compostela is 1 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:
Santiago De Compostela has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Santiago De Compostela.
ATMs are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Ticket office support is available at Santiago De Compostela. Information desks are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santiago De Compostela: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago De Compostela.
Padrón has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Padrón.
ATMs are available at Padrón.
Available at Padrón: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padrón.
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