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Santiago de Compostela-Madrid trains: timetables, fares and offers
Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train in 3h 00min from €19. 7 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid route
The Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train covers 600 km in 3h 00min on the fastest AVE, and up to 3h 25min on the services with more stops. There are 7 departures a day from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid-Chamartín, from €19 and averaging €54. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 600 km |
| Shortest journey | 3h 00min (AVE) |
| Longest journey | 3h 25min |
| Departures a day | 7 trains |
| Train types | AVE and Avlo |
| Lowest fare | €19 |
| Average fare | €54 |
| Highest fare | €138 |
| Cheapest time of day | before 9am |
| Best time to book | 31-60 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Santiago de Compostela |
| Arrival station | Madrid-Chamartín |
Schedules
Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train timetable
The first train leaves Santiago de Compostela at 05:47 and the last one at 20:05. The fastest service is the AVE at 14:37, arriving at 17:37 in 3h 00min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Type | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:47 | 08:56 | 3h 09min | — | |
| 06:23 | 09:57 | 3h 34min | — | |
| 06:51 | 09:55 | 3h 04min | — | |
| 07:43 | 10:52 | 3h 09min | — | |
| 07:48 | 10:57 | 3h 09min | — | |
| 10:49 | 14:15 | 3h 26min | — | |
| 11:48 | 14:57 | 3h 09min | — | |
| 11:58 | 16:07 | 4h 09min | — | |
| 14:37 | 17:44 | 3h 07min | — | |
| 15:41 | 18:47 | 3h 06min | — | |
| 16:26 | 19:58 | 3h 32min | — | |
| 17:48 | 21:27 | 3h 39min | — | |
| 18:55 | 22:32 | 3h 37min | — | |
| 20:05 | 23:14 | 3h 09min | — |
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Prices
Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train fares
The Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train starts at €19.00 in Turista class, with an average fare of €54 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €138. Based on 1,459 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVLO Turista | €19.00 | €44.63 | €89.00 |
| AVE Turista | €24.05 | €46.71 | €105.70 |
| AVANT Turista | €27.50 | €62.13 | €138.30 |
| AVE Preferente | €34.50 | €58.39 | €137.85 |
| Intercit Turista | €95.00 | €95.00 | €95.00 |
Journey time
How long does the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train take?
The AVE takes 3h 00min between Santiago de Compostela and Madrid-Chamartín. Services with more stops take up to 3h 25min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day |
|---|---|---|
| AVE | 3h 00min – 3h 02min | 4 |
| Avlo | 3h 02min – 3h 25min | 3 |
Stations
Stations on the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid route
Trains leave from Santiago de Compostela and arrive at Madrid-Chamartín. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
On board
On board the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train
The route is served by AVE and Avlo. What each train carries depends on the set assigned to the service, so it is worth checking when you book.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE | 3h 00min – 3h 02min | 4 | Turista and Preferente |
| Avlo | 3h 02min – 3h 25min | 3 | Turista |
Savings
How to pay less on the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train
To save on the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train, book 31-60 days ahead (29% average saving). Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €41. Data from 1,459 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 31-60d ahead
29.1% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €48
Travel on Wednesday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €41
Wednesday: €41 on average vs Sunday: €81
Pick first thing in the morning trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €40
€40 on average vs €61 at the most expensive time
Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
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Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
Compare departure days in the ofertren.com search box
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train
How much does the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train cost?
From €19 one way, averaging €54 and up to €138 on the busiest dates. The lowest fare on record is Avlo Turista, from €19.00.
How long does the train from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid take?
The AVE takes 3h 00min between Santiago de Compostela and Madrid-Chamartín. Services with more stops take up to 3h 25min.
How many trains a day run from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid?
7 departures a day from Santiago de Compostela, split between AVE and Avlo.
Which station do trains to Madrid leave from in Santiago de Compostela?
From Santiago de Compostela, where the 7 daily services on this route start.
Which station in Madrid do trains from Santiago de Compostela arrive at?
At Madrid-Chamartín.
Does the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train make intermediate stops?
The most frequent stops are Ourense, Zamora, A Gudiña-Porta de Galicia, Sanabria Alta Velocidad and Medina del Campo Alta Velocidad.
What time do the first and last trains to Madrid leave?
The first leaves Santiago de Compostela at 05:47 and arrives at 08:49. The last one leaves at 20:05 and arrives at 23:07.
When is the Santiago de Compostela-Madrid train cheapest?
Booking 31-60 days before travelling saves 29.1% on average. Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €41. The first thing in the morning trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €40.
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