How to travel from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela, Spain

The distance between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela is around 336km (209 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 3h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Santiago de CompostelaZamora if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Santiago De Compostela.

  • Duration3h 10m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €29($29)
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Bus

Take the bus to Santiago De Compostela.

  • Duration6h 50m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €45($45)
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Drive

Drive to Santiago de Compostela.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance361km (225 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela

There are several options for getting from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €29 ($29) and will take around 3h 10m.

The distance between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela is around 336km (209 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 252km (157 miles)

It takes around 3h 10m to get from Zamora and Santiago de Compostela by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela is to take the train which takes around 3h 10m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €29 ($29) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela. It typically takes around 3h 10m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela with no changeovers required. The train runs 5 times a day and takes 3h 10m.

Renfe run train services between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 3h 10m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Zamora and Santiago de Compostela. It typically takes around 6h 50m and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela with no changeovers required. The bus runs 3 times a week and takes 6h 50m.

ALSA run regular bus services between Zamora and Santiago de Compostela. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 6h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela. We recommend that you take the train to Santiago De Compostela. instead which will take 3h 10m.

The closest major airport to Santiago de Compostela is Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) (SCQ) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Santiago de Compostela. A Coruna Airport (LCG) (LCG) and Ranon Airport (OVD) (OVD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Zamora and Santiago de Compostela. The distance is around 361km (225 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 10m and will usually cost around €29 ($29).

How do I get from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela

Compare travel optionsbetween Zamora and Santiago de Compostela

Transport options from Zamora to Santiago de Compostela
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
3h 10m
€29($29)
5 times a day336km (209 miles)
Bus
6h 50m
€45($45)
3 times a week455km (282 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
€43($43)
on demand361km (225 miles)

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Airports near Santiago de Compostela

The following major airports near Santiago de Compostela offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

SCQ
Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ)
Domestic Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Santiago de Compostela
LCG
A Coruna Airport (LCG)
Domestic Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Santiago de Compostela
OVD
Ranon Airport (OVD)
International Airport
Distance
217km (135 miles) from Santiago de Compostela