
Day trip from Sarria to Lugo by train
Why visit Lugo for the day?
Lugo is best known for its complete Roman walls, which still ring the old town. Inside them, a calm Galician centre mixes Roman heritage, churches and traditional food culture.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Sarria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, while a flight costs an average of £221.
Distance: 369 km
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £221 Average Price | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare the available ways to get from Bilbao to Sarria, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Sarria:
A train is £216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Sarria costing on average £221.
Other travel options to Sarria take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 41m.
Tickets start at around £5 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £70. The journey takes 8h 11m versus 5h 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.
How to get to Sarria from Bilbao by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Bilbao to Sarria is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Sarria are Lugo, Monforte de Lemos, Santiago de Compostela and Ourense. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Sarria on Omio.

Lugo is best known for its complete Roman walls, which still ring the old town. Inside them, a calm Galician centre mixes Roman heritage, churches and traditional food culture.

Monforte de Lemos is a historic town in inland Galicia known for the Monastery of San Vicente do Pino and the Counts of Lemos. Its old stone centre, nearby vineyards and relaxed regional feel reflect its close ties to Ribeira Sacra.

Santiago de Compostela is best known as the final destination of the Camino de Santiago and for its cathedral at the heart of the old town. Pilgrim tradition, university life and granite streets give the city a reflective, lively character.

Ourense is known for its hot springs, Roman bridge and compact old town on the Miño. It feels relaxed and local, with thermal baths, historic streets and a strong Galician food and wine culture.
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This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Sarria:
A train is £216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Sarria costing on average £221.
Other travel options to Sarria take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 41m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Sarria as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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