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Travelling from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train
Looking to travel from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 15 hours 22 minutes to travel from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 11 hours 33 minutes though. You'll usually find 4 trains per day running along the 138 miles (222 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to A Coruña-San Cristovo, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. This route is operated by Renfe, the Spanish national rail operator, who run long and medium distance trains across the country. During you journey you're likely to travel on one of their high-speed services – AVE, AV-City, Avant, Alvia or Avlo – or a regional Media Distancia, Regional or Express Regional train.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo start from £32.27 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train
It takes an average of 15h 22m to travel from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train, over a distance of around 138 miles (222 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo and tickets for this journey start from £32.27 when you book in advance.
| First train | 11:09 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:30 | |
| Departure station | Gijón-Sanz Crespo | |
| Arrival station | A Coruña-San Cristovo | |
| Journey time | From 11h 33m | |
| Distance | 138 miles (222 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £32.27 | |
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Renfe, Avant, Alvia and Media Distancia trains from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo
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Avant
Alvia
Media Distancia
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Able to reach speeds of at 155 mph (250 km/h), Avant trains operate short and medium distance high-speed services. These trains are intended to cover journeys within the same autonomous community or in two neighbouring communities. For this reason, trains generally don’t offer catering services and travel less than 125 miles (200 km). They have two types of comfort classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class).
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Renfe's Alvia services combine high-speed tracks with lower speed sections, reaching speeds of up to 155 mph (250 km/h) on international lines and 125 mph (200 km/h) on conventional lines. These trains connect the cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Alicante with the other main Spanish cities. Alvia offers two types of classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). The latter has wider seats, carriages with fewer seats, offers complimentary food and drinks, free newspapers, and access to parking and Club meeting rooms.
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Renfe's Media Distancia are regional trains operated by CAF locomotives that run on medium-distance routes not covered by Avant high-speed trains. Most Media Distancia trains have one class. However, there are some that will have Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). These trains also have spaces for bicycles, and all seats are equipped with power sockets and reading lights.
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Avant and Alvia classes from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo
Compare the different travel classes offered by Avant and Alvia when travelling from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo.
Avant
Alvia
Turista
In Avant's Turista Class, you'll find most seats arranged in airline-style pairs rather than around tables, air-conditioning, vending machines and accessible toilets.
- Vending machine
- Luggage storage
- Seat reservation
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
Estándar
Travel in Alvia's Estándar Class (Standard Class) and you'll enjoy many amenities, including air-conditioning, at-seat power sockets and footrests.
- Luggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
Confort
Upgrade to Alvia's Confort Class (First Class) and enjoy comfier seats, more legroom, an at-seat catering service and access to Renfe's Club lounges.
- Luggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
Onboard services on Avant and Alvia
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo.
Avant
Alvia
With Avant, you can take up to 3 pieces of luggage, as long as they do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg in total. On Avant trains, pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also considered hand luggage.
If you’d like to stretch your legs, most Avant trains have a café carriage, and in case you’d prefer to stay in your seat, a mobile bar service.
Avant trains do not offer Wi-Fi, but you can watch the films or documentaries that are broadcast in each carriage.
Children up to 3 years old travel for free as long as they don’t occupy a seat, but they will need a free child ticket. Children between 3 and 14 years old have a 40% discount on the general price.
You can take your bike or skateboard if it is folded, travels inside a cover and is less than 180 cm in total. If the dimensions exceed 180 cm, it will be considered special luggage and must travel with the pedals removed, the handlebars turned 90 degrees and dimensions less than 120 x 90 x 40 cm.
Your pet can accompany you as long as it weighs less than 10 kg, travels with a pet ticket, doesn’t occupy a seat and is inside a carrier (max dimensions 60 x 35 x 35 cm). The ticket price is 25% of the standard ticket price, except in first class, which will be free.
Avant has an assistance service for people with reduced mobility or disabilities, to request it contact Avant directly.
On Alvia trains you can take up to three pieces of luggage on board, provided that they are less than 290cm long and weigh less than 25kg in total. Pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also classed as hand luggage.
Most Alvia trains have an onboard café-bar, as well as an at-seat trolley service with a wide selection of food and drinks.
On board Alvia services, you can connect to PlayRenfe, a platform offering free WiFi and hours of entertainment.
Children under 4 travel free on Alvia services with a free child's ticket. Plus, passengers under 14 get a 40% discount on their chosen tariff.
With Alvia, folded bicycles that are less than 180cm long and are stored in a case count as hand luggage. If your bike is larger than this, it will count as special luggage and must be no larger than 120 x 90 x 40 cm - you must also detach the pedals and rotate the handlebars 90 degrees.
You can take your pet with you if they weigh less than 10kg, travel in a carrier no larger than 60 x 35 x 35 cm, and have a pet ticket. In Elige Confort a pet ticket is free, while in Básico a pet ticket costs 25% of the price of a ticket.
Alvia has an assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility or a disability. To arrange assistance, you can call (+34) 900 400 555 (international calling charges may apply).
Cheap train tickets from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo take?
The average journey time by train between Gijón-Sanz Crespo and A Coruña-San Cristovo is 15 hours and 22 minutes, with around 4 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Gijón-Sanz Crespo and A Coruña-San Cristovo by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo is 11 hours and 33 minutes.
How much does the train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo cost?
Train ticket prices from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo can start from as little as £32.27 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Is there a direct train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo?
No, there are no direct train services from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo. Travelling from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo leave?
The first train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo leaves at 11:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo leave?
The last train from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo leaves at 16:30. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Gijón-Sanz Crespo and A Coruña-San Cristovo by train?
Trains travelling from Gijón-Sanz Crespo to A Coruña-San Cristovo cover a distance of around 138 miles (222 km) during the journey.