How to get to Valencia from Santiago de Compostela

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Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Valencia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £413.

Distance: 781 km

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Compare ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia

Compare the available ways to get from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is a train with an average price of £26.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia:

A train is £141 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia costing on average £167.

A train is £387 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia costing on average £413.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is by train with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 28m.

Coach takes on average 42h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Valencia including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4h 31m faster (5h 6m by train vs 9h 37m by car) and roughly £113 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£26 vs £138). 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.

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from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia

How to get to Valencia from Santiago de Compostela by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe AVLO04154+iryo06102
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  • VuelingVY1002
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  • Renfe AVLO04154+AVE05100
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  • Renfe AVLO04494+AVE05750
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  • Wizz Air MaltaW47457
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  • VuelingIB5012
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Best day trips from Valencia by train

The most popular day trips by train from Valencia are Madrid, Alicante, Castelló de la Plana, Sagunto and Gandia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Valencia on Omio.

A view of Madrid

Day trip from Valencia to Madrid by train

Why visit Madrid for the day?

Madrid is Spain’s capital, known for its grand architecture, major art museums and late-running social life. Royal landmarks sit alongside lively neighbourhoods, giving the city a polished yet relaxed character.

A view of Alicante

Day trip from Valencia to Alicante by train

Why visit Alicante for the day?

Alicante is a Mediterranean city on the Costa Blanca, known for its seafront, urban beach and Castillo de Santa Bárbara above the bay. It mixes a relaxed coastal feel with a compact old town, lively dining and an easy connection to the sea.

A view of Castelló de la Plana

Day trip from Valencia to Castelló de la Plana by train

Why visit Castelló de la Plana for the day?

Castelló de la Plana is a relaxed Valencian city known for broad squares, Santa Maria co-cathedral and nearby beaches at El Grau. It combines a practical Spanish city centre with seafront life, rice dishes and a strong Magdalena festival tradition.

A view of Sagunto

Day trip from Valencia to Sagunto by train

Why visit Sagunto for the day?

Sagunto is known for its Roman theatre, vast hilltop castle and old town shaped by centuries of history. Its coastal district, Port de Sagunt, adds beaches and a more modern Mediterranean feel.

A view of Gandia

Day trip from Valencia to Gandia by train

Why visit Gandia for the day?

Gandia is a Valencian coastal city known for its wide sandy beach and the Ducal Palace of the Borja family. Beyond the summer resort atmosphere, its historic centre and orange-growing surroundings give it a distinctly local character.

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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Valencia

Travel to Valencia 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 Santiago de Compostela to Valencia.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Valencia including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is a train with an average price of £26.

This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia:

A train is £141 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia costing on average £167.

A train is £387 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia costing on average £413.

The fastest way to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is by train with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 28m.

Coach takes on average 42h 3m.

The Santiago de Compostela to Valencia distance is approximately 781 km.
The average frequency per day from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 8 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santiago de Compostela and Valencia as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela Airport and arrive in Valencia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao and arrive in Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Valencia by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Iberia, Austrian Airlines, Vueling, Edelweiss Air, Ryanair to go to Valencia by flight.
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe AVLO to go to Valencia by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante, Seville, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valencia and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Santiago de Compostela to Valencia, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Valencia, explore the vibrant street art in the El Carmen neighbourhood and enjoy a traditional paella at a local restaurant. Visit the City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic complex featuring a science museum, planetarium, and aquarium. Discover the Valencia Cathedral, known for housing the Holy Grail, and La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Relax in the Turia Gardens or on the sandy beaches of Malvarrosa. Experience the Bioparc, an innovative zoo, and attend a flamenco show for authentic cultural immersion. Don't miss the Central Market for fresh produce and local delicacies.
To explore Valencia's top attractions, experience its vibrant culture, and enjoy its culinary scene, plan to spend at least 3 to 4 days in the city.
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