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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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256,48 kr.
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Madrid to Santiago de Compostela Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 426,06 kr., with the typical price for this route being about 490,35 kr.. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • søn., 11. maj
    From 256,48 kr.
  • man., 12. maj
    From 256,48 kr.
  • tir., 13. maj
    From 256,48 kr.
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    From 256,48 kr.
  • tor., 15. maj
    From 256,48 kr.
  • fre., 16. maj
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  • lør., 17. maj
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14:40
Madrid-Chamartín
17:42
Santiago De Compostela
3t 2m, Directrenfe
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17:08
Madrid-Chamartín
20:32
Santiago De Compostela
3t 24m, Directrenfe
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18:25
Madrid-Chamartín
22:10
Santiago De Compostela
3t 45m, Directrenfe
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19:17
Madrid-Chamartín
22:29
Santiago De Compostela
3t 12m, Directrenfe
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20:23
Madrid-Chamartín
23:38
Paris
3t 15m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid to Santiago de Compostela Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela usually begin at 426,06 kr.. The average travel time is about 3t 2m, spanning a distance of roughly 488 km. renfe provides around 7 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
10:04
Last train
Last train
20:23
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3t 2m
Distance
Distance
488 km
Price
Price
From 426,06 kr.
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Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Santiago de Compostela Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Santiago de Compostela Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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