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Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as BHD 26.880, with the average fare for this route being approximately BHD 16.430. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From BHD 45.460
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From BHD 26.880
  • Thu, Jul 17
    From BHD 45.060
  • Fri, Jul 18
    From BHD 45.460
  • Sat, Jul 19
    From BHD 38.450
  • Sun, Jul 20
    From BHD 26.880
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    From BHD 26.880
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18:06
Madrid-Chamartín
21:24
Santiago De Compostela
3h 18m, Directrenfe
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19:17
Madrid-Chamartín
22:19
Santiago De Compostela
3h 2m, Directrenfe
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20:23
Madrid-Chamartín
23:25
Paris
3h 2m, Directrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela, train tickets usually start at BHD 26.880. The trip takes about 3h 2m on average, covering around 485 km. renfe typically runs 11 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
07:14
Last train
Last train
20:23
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
485 km
Price
Price
From BHD 26.880
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid-Chamartín to Santiago de Compostela Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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