The average train between Santander and Vigo takes 12h 25m and the fastest train takes 8h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Vigo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Santander and Vigo. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Vigo at 12:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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17h 34m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Santander to Vigo? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Santander to Vigo. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Vigo station via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.
Santander to Vigo train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Vigo train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Vigo Urzaiz station.
Book your Santander to Vigo train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros and Renfe AVE.
The distance between Santander and Vigo is 423.2 km. The road distance is 1,083 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Vigo Urzaiz via Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 8m.