What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela is to bus via Ourense which costs €55 - €85 and takes 14h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela is to fly which takes 3h and costs €50 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Santiago de Compostela?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián and arriving at Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Santiago de Compostela?

No, there is no direct train from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela. However, there are services departing from San Sebastian/Donostia and arriving at Santiago De Compostela via Segovia Guiomar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

The distance between Basque Country and Santiago de Compostela is 474 km. The road distance is 655.8 km.

How do I travel from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela without a car?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela without a car is to train via Segovia which takes 8h 39m and costs €65 - €140.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela bus from?

Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela train from?

Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Train, bus or fly from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela is to fly which takes 3h and costs €50 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via Segovia, which costs €65 - €140 and takes 8h 39m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €160 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela bus arrive?

Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela station.

Where does the Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela train arrive?

Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Segovia Guiomar station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela is 656 km. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela.

How do I get a train ticket from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

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Where can I stay near Santiago de Compostela?

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Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela - 9 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela, including transfers.

There are 9 ways to get from Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, train, or towncar

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Santiago De Compostela Airport
best
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ)plane BIO - SCQ
3h
€53–235
Train via Segovia (Renfe)
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Segovia Guiomartrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Segovia Guiomar to Santiago De Compostelatrain 4295
8h 39m
€66–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostelabus Alsa
12h 10m
€75–160
Drive 655.8 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Santiago de Compostelacar 655.8 km
6h 53m
€102–147
Fly to A Coruña Airport, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to A Coruña Airport (LCG)plane BIO - LCG
2. Take the train from La Coruna-San Cristobal to Santiago De Compostelatrain
4h 17m
€54–195
Fly to Vigo, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Vigo (VGO)plane BIO - VGO
2. Take the train from Vigo Urzaiz to Santiago De Compostelatrain
7h 10m
€58–191
Fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane BIO - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Santiago de Compostelatowncar
7h 31m
€307–397
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Vitoria/Gasteiztrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Vitoria/Gasteiz to Santiago De Compostelatrain Alv
10h 39m
€54–182
Bus via Ourense
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Ourense, Estación de Autobusesbus
2. Take the bus from Ourense, Estación de Autobuses to Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostelabus L23 Santiago-Lalín-Ourense-Allariz-Xinzo de Limia-Verín
14h 20m
€58–83

Basque Country to Santiago de Compostela by train (Renfe)

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8h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 473.5 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Basque Country, Spain and Santiago de Compostela, Spain?

Iberia and Vueling Airlines fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Santiago De Compostela via Segovia Guiomar in around 8h 39m.

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