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Irun to Santiago de Compostela by train
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First train09:10
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Last train10:35
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey10hr 44m
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Distance550 kilometres
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Trains per day2
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Avg. journey time10hr 46m
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Train operators
Irun to Santiago de Compostela train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Irun to Santiago de Compostela by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Irun to Santiago de Compostela take around 10 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 550 kilometres.
On weekdays the only train to Santiago de Compostela is usually scheduled to depart Irun around . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Irun at around 09:10, with the last train leaving at around 10:35. On average, there are about 2 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 10 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £57.09.
We think any time is a great time to visit Santiago de Compostela, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Santiago de Compostela.
Is there a direct train from Irun to Santiago de Compostela?
Yes, there is a direct train from Irun to Santiago de Compostela.
How long does it take to travel from Irun to Santiago de Compostela?
The Irun to Santiago de Compostela train travel takes about 10 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Irun to Santiago de Compostela train times and schedule?
On weekdays the only train to Santiago de Compostela is usually scheduled to depart Irun around . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Irun at around 09:10, with the final departure at 10:35.
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Intercity
The train from Irun to Santiago de Compostela is one of Spain’s classic rail journeys. A comfortable Intercity train called El Camino de Santiago makes the trip. If you are coming from Hendaye in France, just take the Donostialdea Metro service over the bridge to connect with the train at Irun.
The train travels via San Sebastián, Burgos and Ourense, so you’ll see beautiful Spanish scenery on this long journey. This is a route where it is worth paying the extra to travel Preferente class as the Turista class fare is only slightly cheaper.
Irun to Santiago de Compostela

A whole day on a train with more than a dozen stops along the way may not sound like a lot of fun. But El Camino de Santiago, the direct train from the French border to the pilgrimage town of Santiago de Compostela, is something special. Enjoy a rail cruise from the Basque region to Galicia, along the way taking in some of the finest scenery in rural Spain.