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Trains from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela

🚆 The journey from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela by train requires multiple transfers, taking approximately 24 hours and 12 minutes. 🚆 There are different route options with varied durations and distances, each involving several transfers through iconic train stations in Europe like London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Madrid-Chamartin.

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  • There is no direct train service from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela. However, you can take a combination of trains operated by LNER and Renfe Viajeros that include transfers at various stations such as London St Pancras Intl, Lille-Europe, Avignon Tgv, Estación de Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid-Chamartin. The journey typically takes approximately 24 hours and 12 minutes. Prices for this journey range from £452 to £833, depending on the route and class of service chosen.
  • The fastest train option between Edinburgh and Santiago de Compostela involves a journey with multiple transfers. While there is no direct train service, taking a combination of trains operated by LNER and Renfe Viajeros, with transfers at stations such as London St Pancras Intl, Lille-Europe, and Madrid-Chamartin, the total travel time is approximately 24 hours and 12 minutes. Despite the various transfers, this route offers a relatively efficient way to reach Santiago de Compostela from Edinburgh by train.
  • Trains departing from Edinburgh for Santiago de Compostela are operated by LNER and depart from Edinburgh station. This station serves as the starting point for the journey towards Santiago de Compostela. Passengers can board the LNER train at Edinburgh station to begin the trip to their destination in Spain.
  • There are several train routes available from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela with varying numbers of transfers depending on the chosen itinerary. The routes typically have between 7 to 8 transfers and take approximately 24 to 28 hours to reach Santiago de Compostela from Edinburgh. These journeys involve a mix of train operators such as LNER, Eurostar, SNCF, and Renfe, and passengers can select the route that best suits their preferences and travel time.
  • The train services from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santiago De Compostela station in Spain. Santiago De Compostela station is the final destination for this train journey, providing passengers with convenient access to the city center and its surrounding areas. Upon arrival at Santiago De Compostela station, travelers can easily continue their onward journey or explore the historic city of Santiago de Compostela.
  • The first train of the day from Edinburgh to Santiago de Compostela typically departs Edinburgh station in the morning as part of a multi-leg journey that includes transfers in cities such as London, Lille, and Madrid. The last train of the day on this route usually leaves in the evening from one of the intermediate stations before arriving at the final destination of Santiago De Compostela station the following day. The schedule may vary depending on the specific route chosen and the availability of connecting services.

Will you be returning to Edinburgh by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Santiago de Compostela to Edinburgh

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