Santiago de Compostela to Murcia train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Murcia take around 6 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 831 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Santiago de Compostela is scheduled to depart at around  04:45. The last departure is usually at around 20:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Santiago de Compostela at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 20:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 23 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$82.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Murcia, 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 Murcia.

Is there a direct train from Santiago de Compostela to Murcia?

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

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

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Santiago de Compostela to Murcia train travel takes about 6 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Murcia leaving Santiago de Compostela at around 04:45 and the last train leaving at around 20:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Santiago de Compostela at around 05:36, with the final departure at 20:06.