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Museo de Pontevedra
Main city museum complex with archaeology, art and local history displays in several historic buildings around the old town.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
37 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
37 m
Trains on 05 Sept
18
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 18 trains from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra, including 18 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 37 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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09083Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 51 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration Fastest 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Pontevedra:
A train is £0.14 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Pontevedra take longer:
Coach takes on average 51m.
The journey is about 8m faster (46m by train vs 54m by car) and roughly £5 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£5 vs £10). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe MD, Renfe, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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04565 | On time 18:47 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h38 | 19:25 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
12459 | On time 20:30 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h58 | 21:28 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
04975 | Delayed 19:29 21:29Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h42 | 20:11 20:11Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
00622 | Delayed 21:10 21:50Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h49 | 21:51 21:51Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
37722 | 21:50 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h49 | 22:39 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
12461 | On time 22:10 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h59 | 23:09 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
09213 | On time 22:16 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h44 | 23:00 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
09073 | On time 7:33 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h44 | 8:17 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
09083 | Delayed 8:33 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h37 | 7:10 7:10Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
04475 | 11:37 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h39 | 12:16 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
09123 | 12:33 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h37 | 13:10 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
12453 | 13:30 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h57 | 14:27 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
09143 | 14:38 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h44 | 15:22 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
12455 | 15:11 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1h07 | 16:18 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
09153 | 15:33 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 0h37 | 16:10 Pontevedra station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra run on average 16 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 48m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 5:32 |
Last train 22:34 |
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Main city museum complex with archaeology, art and local history displays in several historic buildings around the old town.
Museum section in the restored Sarmiento building, presenting archaeology and heritage collections in a former Jesuit college.
Contemporary extension of the provincial museum, used for temporary exhibitions and a modern presentation of art and cultural programmes.
Pontevedra’s main square, lined with arcades, terraces and historic buildings, ideal for soaking up the rhythm of the old town.
Historic square with the pilgrim church at its centre, a classic photo stop and one of the city’s best-known urban spaces.
Lively central square beside the town hall and San Francisco church, often used for events and a useful starting point for exploring.
Galician-style octopus with olive oil, paprika and salt, usually served on wooden plates. A signature dish across Galicia and a staple at local festas.
Rich empanada pie filled traditionally with tuna, cod or meat, plus onion and pepper. A classic Galician bakery and family table favourite.
Thick soup of turnip greens, potatoes, beans and pork products. Deeply traditional in inland Galicia, especially in cooler months and festive meals.
Well-regarded dining room focusing on updated Galician cooking, quality produce and carefully presented tasting-style dishes.
Refined Galician restaurant known for seasonal seafood, rice dishes and polished service in an elegant yet relaxed setting.
Traditional tavern-style spot popular for Galician tapas, shellfish and local classics in a lively old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels in peak summer can rise. Local buses are affordable, making Pontevedra cheaper than larger tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up, and small change is enough in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santiago de Compostela to Pontevedra trains use the Santiago De Compostela to Pontevedra station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Pontevedra 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.
Pontevedra is 1 km from Pontevedra city centre. Public transport options include:
Pontevedra has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Pontevedra.
ATMs are available at Pontevedra.
Ticket office support is available at Pontevedra. Information desks are available at Pontevedra.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pontevedra: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontevedra.
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