
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Cabin luggage
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£556
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£581
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 d 14 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 d 17 h 51 m
Trains on 05 Sept
2
Distance
2019 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna 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 Vienna will cost around £581 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £556.
To travel from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna you need to make at least 6 changes.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £174 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £174, while a train costs an average of £574.
Distance: 2019 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£574 Average Price | £225 Average Price | £174 Average Price Cheapest | £384 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
42h 7m Average total duration 41h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 38h 21m Average total duration 37h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna:
A coach is £51 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna costing on average £225.
A coach is £400 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna costing on average £574.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Coach takes on average 37h 51m.
Train takes on average 41h 37m.
Tickets start at around £574 compared to roughly £384 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-190.50. The journey takes 41h 37m versus 26h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Vienna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:26 Santiago de Compostela | 43h32 | 11:58 Vienna | 6 changes | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 7:48 Santiago de Compostela | 38h10 | 21:58 Vienna | 6 changes | |
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Trains from Santiago de Compostela to Vienna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 41h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £556 but you can travel from only £117 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 16:26. The fastest train covers the 2019 km distance in 38h 4m.
Distance 2019 km |
Average train duration 41h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £556 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 38h 4m |
First train 7:48 |
Last train 16:26 |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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