The cheapest and fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Cheapest price
£89
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
8 h 51 m
Average duration
9 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander 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 Santander will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
To travel from Santiago de Compostela to Santander you need to make at least one change.
7:4810h16Santiago de Compostela18:04Santander£891One-way1 change
14:378h51Santiago de Compostela23:28Santander£891One-way1 change
14:378h51Santiago de Compostela23:28Santander£891One-way1 change
7:4810h16Santiago de Compostela18:04Santander£891One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 390 km
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£80 Average Price | £56 Average Price Cheapest | £274 Average Price |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Santander train times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Santander trains for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:48 Santiago de Compostela | 10h16 | 18:04 Santander | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:37 Santiago de Compostela | 8h51 | 23:28 Santander | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:05 Santiago de Compostela | 16h01 | 12:06 Santander | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santiago de Compostela to Santander by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Santiago de Compostela to Santander trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Renfe ALVIA?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe ALVIA, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Renfe ALVIA with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Santander run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £55 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 13:58. The fastest train covers the 390 km distance in 10h 24m.
Distance 390 km |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 24m |
First train 6:48 |
Last train 13:58 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Santiago de Compostela to Santander trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santiago de Compostela and Santander from £55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Santander train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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