The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
£196
Average price
£196
Fastest journey
1 d 14 h 14 m
Average duration
1 d 14 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich 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 Zurich to Santiago de Compostela will cost around £196 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £196.
To travel from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £69, and a train costs an average of £164.
Distance: 1427 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£180 Average Price | £176 Average Price | £157 Average Price Cheapest |
48h 44m Average total duration 48h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 47h 6m Average total duration 46h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.3 - 8.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Zurich to Santiago de Compostela by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela
Trains from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 48h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £164 but you can travel from only £69 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:34, the last at 11:34. The fastest train covers the 1427 km distance in 38h 14m.
Distance 1427 km |
Average train duration 48h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £164 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 38h 14m |
First train 07:34 |
Last train 11:34 |
Train companies: Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela trainsSwiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Santiago de Compostela from £69. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Zurich to Santiago de Compostela train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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