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How to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo? Look no further.
There are around 6 trains per day running between Santiago de Compostela and Lugo, which usually take 4 hours 25 minutes to complete the 51 miles (82 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 59 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Lugo from Santiago de Compostela, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. You can travel on this route with Renfe, which is the main train operator in Spain and has the widest network of high-speed trains in Europe. During your trip, you may travel on one of their high-speed or regional services, all of which offer comfort and air-conditioning as standard.
You can save money on train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £15.38. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Santiago de Compostela to Lugo by train
It takes an average of 4h 25m to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo by train, over a distance of around 51 miles (82 km). There are normally 6 trains per day travelling from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo and tickets for this journey start from £15.38 when you book in advance.
| First train | 10:36 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Santiago de Compostela | |
| Arrival station | Lugo | |
| Journey time | From 2h 59m | |
| Distance | 51 miles (82 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £15.38 | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo
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Renfe and Media Distancia trains from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo
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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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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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Cheap train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Lugo
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 Santiago de Compostela to Lugo 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.