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Casa Museo de Rosalía de Castro
House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
23 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
23 m
Trains on 20 Sept
2
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 2 trains from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 18 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
46m Average total duration 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration Fastest 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón:
A coach is £0.48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón costing on average £3.
Other travel options to Padrón take longer:
Train takes on average 16m.
The journey is about 12m faster (16m by train vs 28m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £6). 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 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 Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12482 | On time 12:00 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h19 | 12:19 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12528 | On time 13:23 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h23 | 13:46 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
09132 | Delayed 12:25 14:25Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h10 | 12:35 12:35Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12538 | On time 15:52 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h23 | 16:15 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12484 | Delayed 15:57 17:57Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h23 | 16:20 16:20Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12488 | On time 19:11 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h23 | 19:34 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12590 | On time 20:35 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h21 | 20:56 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
12554 | On time 21:21 Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h22 | 21:43 Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
09212 | Delayed 20:30 22:30Villagarcía de Arosa (station) | 0h10 | 20:40 20:40Padrón station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón run on average 10 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 18 km distance in 23m.
Distance 18 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 22:35 |
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Discover the best of Padrón — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Padrón trip today.
House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
Camilo José Cela's former home displays manuscripts, art, personal objects and exhibitions about the Nobel laureate's career.
Interpretation centre at Santiaguiño explaining local Jacobean traditions, pilgrimage links and the hill's religious heritage.
Public garden beside the river with mature trees, statues and shaded walks, ideal for a relaxed stroll near the centre.
Hilltop pilgrimage area with steps, stone features and open views, combining nature, legend and one of Padrón's best walks.
Historic central square framed by arcades and civic buildings, often lively and a practical base for exploring the old town.
Small green peppers from the Padrón area, usually fried in olive oil with sea salt. Famous because most are mild but an occasional one is hot.
Traditional Galician empanada filled with tuna, meat or seafood in a baked wheat pastry. A staple at local bakeries, bars and family gatherings.
Galician octopus, typically boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. It is one of the region’s most iconic festival and tavern dishes.
Well-known local asador serving grilled meats, seafood and classic Galician dishes in a relaxed, established setting.
Casual central spot for tapas, portions and local favourites, handy for trying Padrón peppers with drinks in an informal atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for Galician classics, especially lamprey in season, with a smart but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Spain: dining and coffee are good value, while summer stays cost more. Local buses are cheap and walking covers much of the centre.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón 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 Padrón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vilagarcía de Arousa to Padrón trains use the Vilagarcia De Arousa to Padrón station pair. Use this guide to compare Vilagarcía de Arousa and Padrón train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vilagarcia De Arousa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Vilagarcia De Arousa.
ATMs are available at Vilagarcia De Arousa.
Ticket office support is available at Vilagarcia De Arousa. Information desks are available at Vilagarcia De Arousa.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vilagarcia De Arousa: Parking.
Available at Vilagarcia De Arousa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilagarcia De Arousa.
Padrón has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Padrón.
ATMs are available at Padrón.
Available at Padrón: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padrón.