Santiago de Compostela to Porto train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Santiago de Compostela to Porto take around 4 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 192 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Santiago de Compostela is scheduled to depart at around  05:10. The last departure is usually at around 22:51 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Santiago de Compostela at around 05:48, with the last train leaving at around 22:51. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 14 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$31.50.

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

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

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Santiago de Compostela to Porto 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 Porto?

The Santiago de Compostela to Porto train travel takes about 4 hours and 45 minutes, no matter when you leave.

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

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Porto leaving Santiago de Compostela at around 05:10 and the last train leaving at around 22:51 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Santiago de Compostela at around 05:48, with the final departure at 22:51.