Travelling from Santander to Santiago de Compostela by train

Want to know how to get from Santander to Santiago de Compostela by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Santander to Santiago de Compostela take around 8 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 389 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Santander is scheduled to depart at around  06:48. The last departure is usually at around 20:20. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 9 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 40 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$32.00.

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 Santander to Santiago de Compostela?

The journey between Santander and Santiago de Compostela usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Santander to Santiago de Compostela every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Santander to Santiago de Compostela?

The Santander to Santiago de Compostela train travel takes about 8 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Santander to Santiago de Compostela train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Santiago de Compostela leaving Santander at around 06:48 and the last train leaving at around 20:20. This is the same at the weekend.