There are 8 ways to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus, car, plane 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.
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Train
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Take the train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Porto - Campanha
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Take the train from Porto - Campanha to Vigo Guixar
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Take the train from Vigo Urzaiz to Santiago De Compostela
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Lisbon to Porto
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Take the bus from Porto to Santiago de Compostela
6 alternative options
Drive
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Drive from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela
Fly to Porto, towncar
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Porto (OPO)
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Take a town car from Porto Airport to Santiago de Compostela
Fly to Santiago de Compostela
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ)
Fly to A Coruna, train
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to A Coruna (LCG)
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Take the train from La Coruna-San Cristobal to Santiago De Compostela
Fly to Vigo, train
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Fly from Lisbon (LIS) to Vigo (VGO)
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Take the train from Vigo Urzaiz to Santiago De Compostela
Bus, towncar
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Take the bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Fatima
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Take a town car from Fátima to Porto Airport
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Take a town car from Porto Airport to Santiago de Compostela
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International entry into Spain from Portugal
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Portugal
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Santiago de Compostela is 112.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Santiago de Compostela is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Santiago de Compostela is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 112.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela is to bus which costs €30 - €80 and takes 8h 31m.
The fastest way to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela is to drive. Taking this option will cost €70 - €110 and takes 5h 13m.
No, there is no direct bus from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. However, there are services departing from Alfândega and arriving at Santiago de Compostela via Lisbon and Porto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.
No, there is no direct train from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. However, there are services departing from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia and arriving at Santiago De Compostela via Porto - Campanha and Vigo Urzaiz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
The distance between Lisbon and Santiago de Compostela is 466 km. The road distance is 539.3 km.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela without a car is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs €45 - €65.
It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela, including transfers.
Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lisbon station.
Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, depart from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia station.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela is to train which takes 8h 27m and costs €45 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €80 and takes 8h 31m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €270 and takes 6h 32m.
- Distance: 465.6 km
- Duration: 8h 27m
What companies run services between Lisbon, Portugal and Santiago de Compostela, Spain?
You can take a train from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Porto - Campanha, Vigo Guixar, and Vigo Urzaiz in around 8h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Estação Oriente, Lisbon, and Porto in around 8h 31m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 57m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €390
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €350
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Madrid, Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €390
Flights from Lisbon to A Coruna via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 46m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €850
Flights from Lisbon to A Coruna via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €750
Flights from Lisbon to Vigo via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €400
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Lisbon to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €120
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 57m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €390
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €350
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Madrid, Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €80 - €390
Flights from Lisbon to A Coruna via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €90 - €850
Flights from Lisbon to A Coruna via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 6h
- When
- Monday to Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €750
Flights from Lisbon to Vigo via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- When
- Wednesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €400
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via London Stansted
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 17m
- When
- Monday, Thursday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €280
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Charleroi
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 15m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €280
Flights from Lisbon to Vigo via Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- When
- Monday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €550
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Lisbon to A Coruna via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
- Estimated price
- €85 - €550
Flights from Lisbon to Vigo via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €290
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Lisbon to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €120
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- When
- Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €290 - €700
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela via Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 55m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €600
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 808 109 110
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Lisboa - Santa Apolonia to Porto - Campanha
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 58m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €24 - €35
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €24 - €35
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Porto - Campanha to Vigo Guixar
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €18
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Vigo Urzaiz to Santiago De Compostela
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from La Coruna-San Cristobal to Santiago De Compostela
- Ave. Duration
- 28 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €8 - €11
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Lisbon to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- €16 - €20
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Porto to Santiago de Compostela
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 258 942 920
- Website
- ovnitur.pt
Bus from Lisboa - Oriente to Porto Garagem
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €16 - €60
- Schedules at
- ovnitur.pt
- Express
- €16 - €19
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Fatima
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Schedules at
- rede-expressos.pt
- info@citiexpress.eu
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Fatima
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €9 - €11
- Schedules at
- Citi Express
- Phone
- +351 707 223 344
- cliente@rne.pt
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Lisboa Sete Rios to Fatima
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- RenEX
- Phone
- (+351) 220971653
- info@vmtransfers.com
- Website
- vmtransfers.com
Towncar from Porto Airport to Santiago de Compostela
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €220 - €270
- More information at
- VMTransfers
Towncar from Fátima to Porto Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €190 - €240
- More information at
- VMTransfers
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The quickest flight from Lisbon Airport to Porto Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h.
Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Santiago de Compostela station.
Santiago de Compostela is 1h ahead of Lisbon. It is currently 8:41 PM in Lisbon and 9:41 PM in Santiago de Compostela.
Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santiago De Compostela station.
Yes, the driving distance between Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela is 539 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela.
TAP Portugal offers flights from Lisbon Airport to Porto Airport.
There are 184+ hotels available in Santiago de Compostela. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Lisbon to Lisbon Airport is to bus which takes 13 min and costs €3.