{"id":14505,"date":"2025-03-17T06:40:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T05:40:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/?page_id=14505"},"modified":"2026-09-17T00:35:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-16T22:35:15","slug":"how-to-get-back-from-santiago-de-compostela","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/a-coruna-province\/santiago-de-compostela\/how-to-get-back-from-santiago-de-compostela\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get Back from Santiago de Compostela"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How to Get Back from Santiago de Compostela: A Guide for Pilgrims<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/a-coruna-province\/santiago-de-compostela\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12306\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santiago de Compostela<\/a><\/strong> is the final destination for thousands of pilgrims every year. After completing the <strong><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camino de Santiago Frances<\/a><\/strong><\/strong> or enjoying the beauty of the city, one key question comes up: <strong>what&#8217;s the best way to get back home?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/caminodesantiagofrances.com\/en\/a-coruna-province\/santiago-de-compostela\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12306\">Santiago de Compostela<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below we break down all the transport options from Santiago de Compostela, with up-to-date information and helpful tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2708\ufe0f Traveling by Plane: Connections and Airlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Santiago-Rosalia de Castro Airport (SCQ)<\/strong> is the most important in Galicia, with numerous domestic and international connections. If you&#8217;re after speed and convenience, flying may be your best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccd Location and Access to the Airport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The airport is located <strong>13 km from central Santiago<\/strong>, and there are several transport options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>City bus (Line 6A &#8211; Trulusa)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Frequency:<\/strong> every 20-30 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Journey time:<\/strong> between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the stop.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Main stops:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bus station (Av. Rodriguez de Viguri)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Praza de Galicia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train station (Horreo Estacion)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fare:<\/strong> \u20ac1 (\u20ac0.55 for under 18s).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Taxi<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Estimated fare:<\/strong> \u20ac21<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Radio Taxi Santiago service:<\/strong> +34 981 569 292<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2708\ufe0f Destinations and Airlines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Santiago has direct flights to <strong>18 cities<\/strong>, operated by several airlines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f Domestic Destinations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>City<\/th><th>Airline(s)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Madrid<\/strong><\/td><td>Iberia, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Barcelona<\/strong><\/td><td>Iberia, Vueling, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Valencia<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Malaga<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Alicante<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Seville<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reus<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bilbao<\/strong><\/td><td>Air Nostrum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Palma de Mallorca<\/strong><\/td><td>Air Berlin, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gran Canaria<\/strong><\/td><td>Air Europa, Air Nostrum, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lanzarote<\/strong><\/td><td>Orbest, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tenerife North<\/strong><\/td><td>Air Nostrum<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Tenerife South<\/strong><\/td><td>Air Europa, Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2708\ufe0f International Destinations<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>City<\/th><th>Airline(s)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>London<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Frankfurt<\/strong><\/td><td>Ryanair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zurich<\/strong><\/td><td>Vueling<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Geneva<\/strong><\/td><td>EasyJet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Basel-Mulhouse<\/strong><\/td><td>EasyJet<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tickets can be purchased through search engines such as <strong>Skyscanner<\/strong> or directly on each airline&#8217;s website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude86 Traveling by Train: Direct Renfe Connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Santiago de Compostela train station<\/strong> is just a <strong>10-minute walk from Praza de Galicia<\/strong>, via Rua do Horreo. Renfe is the only rail company operating in the city, offering connections to multiple destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u23f3 Travel Times to Main Destinations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Destination<\/th><th>Approx. Duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Madrid<\/strong><\/td><td>3h 00m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Barcelona<\/strong><\/td><td>8h 12m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>San Sebastian<\/strong><\/td><td>9h 46m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zaragoza<\/strong><\/td><td>6h 37m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bilbao<\/strong><\/td><td>9h 38m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Seville<\/strong><\/td><td>7h 14m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Malaga<\/strong><\/td><td>7h 03m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Valencia<\/strong><\/td><td>6h 07m<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tickets can be purchased on the <strong>Renfe<\/strong> website (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.renfe.com\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.renfe.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\ude8c Traveling by Bus: Domestic and International Destinations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Santiago Intermodal Station<\/strong> is located right next to the train station and is the main departure point for long-distance buses. <strong>ALSA<\/strong> is the main company operating domestic and international routes from Santiago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f Domestic Connections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Destination<\/th><th>Approx. Duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Madrid<\/strong><\/td><td>8-9 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Barcelona<\/strong><\/td><td>17-18 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bilbao<\/strong><\/td><td>9-12 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Seville<\/strong><\/td><td>14 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Zaragoza<\/strong><\/td><td>14 hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are no direct routes to <strong>Valencia<\/strong> or <strong>Malaga<\/strong>, so a connection is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf0d International Connections<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Destination<\/th><th>Approx. Duration<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Porto<\/strong><\/td><td>4 hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lisbon<\/strong><\/td><td>9 hours<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tickets can be purchased on the <strong>ALSA<\/strong> website (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.alsa.es\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">www.alsa.es<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2705 Final Tips for Choosing the Best Transport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>If speed is your priority:<\/strong> Flying is the best option for far-off destinations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you want comfort and scenic views:<\/strong> The Renfe train offers a relaxed, efficient experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you&#8217;re on a budget:<\/strong> The bus, though slower, is usually the cheapest option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If your destination is nearby (Portugal):<\/strong> The bus to Porto or Lisbon is ideal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting back from Santiago de Compostela is easy and convenient thanks to its excellent transport infrastructure. Whatever your destination, choose the option that best fits your needs and enjoy the journey home.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Camino de Santiago Frances<\/span><\/p><\/nav><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Get Back from Santiago de Compostela: A Guide for Pilgrims Santiago de Compostela is the final destination for thousands of pilgrims every year. After completing the Camino de Santiago Frances or enjoying the beauty of the city, one key question comes up: what&#8217;s the best way to get back home? 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