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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£31

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£46

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

8 h 39 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

8 h 44 m

Trains on 17 Sept

2

Distance

500 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz, including 2 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 500 km distance in an average of 8 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 39 m .

The slowest trains will take 8 h 49 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.

  • Renfe ALVIA
    6:488h39
    Vigo
    15:27Vitoria-Gasteiz
    £311One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe ALVIA
    5:328h49
    Vigo
    14:21Vitoria-Gasteiz
    £601One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £49, while a flight costs an average of £158.

Distance: 500 km

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£49

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£83

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£158

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£94

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9h 28m

Average total duration

8h 58m

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12h 44m

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12h 14m

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2h 10m

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6h 28m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz is a train with an average price of £49.

This is compared to other travel options from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz:

A train is £34 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average £83.

A train is £108 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average £158.

The fastest way to travel from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 58m.

Coach takes on average 12h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vigo and Vitoria-Gasteiz including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £94 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £45. The journey takes 8h 58m versus 6h 28m 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.

Direct services run with Renfe Viajeros.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz train times

The table below shows live departures for Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Renfe ALVIA5:32 Vigo
8h49
14:21 Vitoria-Gasteiz0 changesdirect
Renfe ALVIA6:48 Vigo
8h39
15:27 Vitoria-Gasteiz0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz

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Trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 14:03. The fastest train covers the 500 km distance in 8h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
500 km
Average train duration
8h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
8h 49m
First train
5:59
Last train
14:03
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Vigo and Vitoria-Gasteiz from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
8h 49m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
£16
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe ALVIA classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Air-conditioned
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • Food available
  • Air-conditioned

Renfe MD

About
Renfe MD, or Media Distancia (Mid-distance), is a division of Spain's national railway company, Renfe, specializing in regional train services. These trains connect cities and towns within the same autonomous community or between contiguous communities, typically covering distances under 300 km. Renfe MD operates various train types, including modern regional services with amenities like power sockets and reading lights, and high-speed Avant trains that reach up to 250 km/h on shorter, high-speed routes. While not as fast as long-distance AVE trains, Renfe MD offers extensive coverage across Spain, providing essential regional connections.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions and fare type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and light meals. Vending machines available on some trains
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Some routes require mandatory seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe

About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
Renfe AVE INT
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Air-conditioned
2nd Class
Renfe AVE INT
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Quiet zone
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Air-conditioned

Renfe AVLO

About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe AVLO classes and the amenities included in each one.

2nd Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
2nd Class with Extra Luggage
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
  • Luggage

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Viajeros Duration
8h 40m
Cheapest Renfe Viajeros Price
£49
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

Complete guide to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Things to do in Vitoria-Gasteiz

Discover the best of Vitoria-Gasteiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vitoria-Gasteiz trip today.

  • Must visit

ARTIUM Museo de Arte Contemporáneo del País Vasco

Contemporary art museum in a former reservoir, known for changing exhibitions and a striking fusion of historic and modern architecture.

  • Recommended

Museo de Bellas Artes de Álava

Fine arts museum in a stately house, featuring Basque, Spanish and regional works from the 18th to the 20th centuries.

  • Recommended

BibAT Museo de Arqueología

Archaeology museum with artefacts from Álava prehistory to the Middle Ages, ideal for understanding the region's past.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or San Sebastián, while local buses and everyday coffee remain reasonably priced.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple set meal.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€55+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxis are usually rounded up only.

FAQs: Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £49.
The train from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz takes 8h 49m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz is 500 km.
The first train from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz leaves at 5:59.
The last train from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz departs at 14:03.
Trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Yes, there is a direct train between Vigo and Vitoria-Gasteiz. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz.
The train station in Vigo that goes to Vitoria-Gasteiz is Vigo Urzáiz, and it arrives at Vitoria-Gasteiz station.
The cheapest way to get from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz is by train, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Vigo to Vitoria - Gasteiz offers scenic views, particularly as it traverses the lush Galician landscapes and the picturesque Basque Country, showcasing rolling hills, verdant forests, and charming villages along the way.
A day trip from Vigo to Vitoria - Gasteiz is not feasible as the journey takes 8h 49m and the frequency is 1 per day for trains.
In Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can explore local gastronomy at the Mercado de Abastos, attend performances at the Teatro Principal Antzokia, and discover history at the Bibat Museum. Enjoy a walk through the medieval Old Town, or participate in a wine tasting tour in the Rioja Alavesa region. Visit the Cathedral of Santa María and Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, explore contemporary art at the Artium Museum, and enjoy nature at the Salburua Wetlands and Anillo Verde.
To fully explore Vitoria-Gasteiz, including its historic Old Town, lush parks, and cultural sites, two to three days would be ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Vigo and Vitoria-Gasteiz

Most Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz trains use the Vigo Urzáiz to Vitoria-Gasteiz station pair. Use this guide to compare Vigo and Vitoria-Gasteiz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Vigo
Arrival train stations in Vitoria-Gasteiz

Which Vigo station do trains to Vitoria-Gasteiz leave from?

Trains from Vigo to Vitoria-Gasteiz leave from Vigo Urzáiz. The station is 1 km from Vigo city centre at Rúa Vía Nte., 36201 Vigo, Pontevedra, Spain.
Vigo UrzáizRúa Vía Nte., 36201 Vigo, Pontevedra, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk

Vigo Urzáiz train station facilities and services

Vigo Urzáiz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café Vicus bar

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Vigo Urzáiz.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Vigo Urzáiz. Information desks are available at Vigo Urzáiz.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Urzáiz.

Vigo GuixarRúa do Areal, 36201 Vigo, Pontevedra, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Vigo Guixar from Vigo city centre

Vigo Guixar is 1 km from Vigo city centre. Public transport options include:

BusL10, C3d · 4m · £2 · every ~22 min

Vigo Guixar train station facilities and services

Vigo Guixar has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Vigo Guixar.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Vigo Guixar.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Vigo Guixar. Information desks are available at Vigo Guixar.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Vigo Guixar: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Vigo Guixar: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Guixar.

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