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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £32 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, while a flight costs an average of £311.
Distance: 770 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £311 Average Price | £42 Average Price | £146 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 27m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £42.
A train is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £311.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 17h 27m.
The journey is about 4h 56m faster (5h 58m by train vs 10h 54m by car) and roughly £114 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £146). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Santiago de Compostela from Málaga by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela are A Coruña, Vigo, Pontevedra, Ourense and Vilagarcía de Arousa. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Santiago de Compostela on Omio.
A Coruña is a lively Atlantic city in Galicia, known for the Tower of Hercules and its long seafront promenade. Beaches sit close to a compact centre with glass-fronted buildings, tapas streets and a strong maritime feel.
Vigo is Galicia’s largest city, known for its busy fishing port and strong maritime character. Hilltop neighbourhoods, seafood culture and views towards the Cíes Islands give it a lively coastal feel.
Pontevedra is known for its pedestrian old town, handsome granite squares and easy-going Galician atmosphere. Historic churches, arcaded streets and a strong tapas culture give the city a calm, lived-in 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.
Vilagarcía de Arousa is a Galician coastal town on the Ría de Arousa, known for its harbour, seafood and nearby Albariño vineyards. A palm-lined promenade and easy maritime atmosphere give it the character of a working port with local beach life.
Travel to Santiago de Compostela easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £42.
A train is £280 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Santiago de Compostela costing on average £311.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 17h 27m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Santiago de Compostela as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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