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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Lugo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £325.
Distance: 309 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£42 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £325 Average Price | £58 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Santander to Lugo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Lugo:
A train is £35 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santander to Lugo costing on average £42.
A train is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Lugo costing on average £325.
Other travel options to Lugo take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 25m.
Train takes on average 8h 26m.
Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 6h 55m versus 4h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Lugo from Santander by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Santander to Lugo is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Lugo are Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Ourense, Monforte de Lemos and Ribadeo. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Lugo on Omio.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ribadeo is a Galician harbour town known for Indianos architecture and its link to Praia das Catedrais. The old centre, estuary views and maritime atmosphere give it a calm but distinctive character.
Travel to Lugo 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 Santander to Lugo.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Lugo:
A train is £35 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santander to Lugo costing on average £42.
A train is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Lugo costing on average £325.
Other travel options to Lugo take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 25m.
Train takes on average 8h 26m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santander and Lugo as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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