- Must visit
Museo da Catedral de Santiago de Compostela
The cathedral museum complex displays sacred art, cloisters and historic spaces, offering the best way to understand the monument beyond the nave.
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 57 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
781 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
To travel from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela you need to make at least one change.
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04345Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £76, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 781 km
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£94 Average Price Cheapest | £303 Average Price | £193 Average Price |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 10m Average total duration 18h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Santiago de Compostela trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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05081+ 04975 | Delayed 8:42 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h42 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05081 · 04345 | On time 8:42 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h00 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05081 · 04565 | Delayed 8:42 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h00 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05095 · 04975 | Delayed 9:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 11h52 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05095+ 04345 | On time 9:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h10 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05095+ 04565 | Delayed 9:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h10 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05101 · 04345 | On time 10:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h10 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05101+ 04405 | Delayed 10:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h53 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05101 · 04565 | Delayed 10:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h10 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06103+ 04345 | On time 10:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h45 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06103+ 04405 | Delayed 10:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h28 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06103+ 04565 | Delayed 10:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h45 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06123+ 04345 | On time 12:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h15 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06123+ 04405 | Delayed 12:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h58 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06123+ 04565 | Delayed 12:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h15 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05721+ 04975 | Delayed 12:35 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h49 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05721+ 04405 | Delayed 12:35 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h50 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05721 · 04565 | Delayed 12:35 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h07 | 16:42 16:42Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05131+ 04975 | Delayed 13:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h52 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05131 · 04375 | Delayed 13:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h46 | 18:18 18:18Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05131+ 04405 | Delayed 13:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h53 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06143+ 04975 | Delayed 13:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h27 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06143+ 04375 | Delayed 13:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h21 | 18:18 18:18Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06143+ 04405 | Delayed 13:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h28 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05155 · 04405 | Delayed 15:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h53 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05155 · 04975 | Delayed 15:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h52 | 19:24 19:24Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05155+ 04395 | Delayed 15:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h47 | 20:19 20:19Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06163+ 04405 | Delayed 16:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h13 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06163+ 04395 | Delayed 16:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h07 | 20:19 20:19Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05161+ 04405 | Delayed 16:35 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h50 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05161 · 04395 | Delayed 16:35 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h44 | 20:19 20:19Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
05171+ 04405 | Delayed 17:42 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h43 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06183+ 04405 | Delayed 17:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h28 | 21:25 21:25Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
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05075+ 04345 | 7:32 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 10h10 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06083+ 04975 | 8:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 13h12 | 21:24 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
06083+ 04345 | 8:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h30 | 17:42 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 1 change | |
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Trains from Valencia to Santiago de Compostela run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 781 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 781 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 19:40 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Santiago de Compostela — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santiago de Compostela trip today.
The cathedral museum complex displays sacred art, cloisters and historic spaces, offering the best way to understand the monument beyond the nave.
Museum of the Galician people housed in a former convent, noted for regional culture, traditional life and the remarkable triple spiral staircase.
Galicia’s main contemporary art centre in a former convent, with changing exhibitions in a bold architectural setting near the old town.
This large urban park offers shaded walks, ponds and classic views back towards the old city, making it ideal for a relaxed break outdoors.
A broad historic square beside the cathedral, known for its stone steps, monastery façade and distinctive atmosphere from day to night.
The city’s main market is a lively local favourite for produce, crafts and everyday life, offering an authentic break from major monuments.
Almond cake from Santiago with a dense, moist crumb and the Cross of Saint James on top. A classic pilgrimage sweet from Galicia.
Galician octopus served with olive oil, paprika and coarse salt, usually over sliced potatoes. One of the region’s most iconic dishes.
Hearty Galician broth made with grelos, potatoes and beans, often enriched with pork. A traditional cold-weather staple in local homes.
Refined Galician dining in the old town, known for seasonal produce, seafood and thoughtful tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Long-established traditional restaurant serving generous Galician classics, especially seafood and local specialities, in a lively central dining room.
Popular casual spot for pulpo, empanada and other Galician favourites near the market, with an informal atmosphere and local feel.
Moderate for Spain: pilgrim lodgings help, meals are reasonable, and the compact centre limits transport costs, though peak-season rooms can rise.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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