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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid, 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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153,39 kr.
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256,5 kr.
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256,5 kr.
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256,5 kr.
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Santiago de Compostela to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at 153,39 kr., with the average cost for this route around 408,39 kr.. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • fre., 6. jun.
    From 153,39 kr.
  • lør., 7. jun.
    From 256,5 kr.
  • søn., 8. jun.
    From 256,5 kr.
  • man., 9. jun.
    From 256,5 kr.
  • tir., 10. jun.
    From 256,5 kr.
  • ons., 11. jun.
    From 256,5 kr.
  • tor., 12. jun.
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05:41
Santiago De Compostela
08:45
Madrid-Chamartín
3t 4m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:08
Santiago De Compostela
10:34
Madrid-Chamartín
3t 26m, Directrenfe
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07:47
Santiago De Compostela
11:36
Madrid-Chamartín
3t 49m, Directrenfe
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08:43
Santiago De Compostela
17:12
Madrid-Chamartín
8t 29m, Changes requiredrenfe
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10:36
Santiago De Compostela
13:38
Madrid-Chamartín
3t 2m, Directrenfe
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11:58
Santiago De Compostela
16:07
Paris
4t 9m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Santiago de Compostela to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid, train tickets usually start at 153,39 kr.. The trip takes about 2t 57m on average, covering around 488 km. renfe typically runs 11 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
05:41
Last train
Last train
20:02
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2t 57m
Distance
Distance
488 km
Price
Price
From 153,39 kr.
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Onboard Renfe trains from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid

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.

Santiago de Compostela to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Santiago de Compostela to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering 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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