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Taking the train from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña in 8 hours 3 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 10 hours 25 minutes to travel the 561 km from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. This route is served by Renfe, Spain's main rail operator. You're likely to be traveling on one of their high-speed trains – AVE, Avlo, Avant, Alvia or AV-City – or a regional Media Distancia, Regional or Express Regional train during your journey.
Train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña start from $24.70 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Pamplona/Iruña? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña by train
It takes an average of 10h 25m to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña by train, over a distance of around 349 miles (561 km). There are normally 9 trains per day traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña and tickets for this journey start from $24.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:47 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:05 pm | |
| Departure station | Santiago de Compostela | |
| Arrival station | Pamplona/Iruña | |
| Journey time | From 8h 3m | |
| Distance | 349 miles (561 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $24.70 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña?
Want to know more about your journey from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Renfe and Alvia trains from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña
Renfe
Alvia
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 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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What Alvia classes are there from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Alvia when traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña.
Estándar
Travel in Alvia's Estándar Class (Standard Class) and you'll enjoy many amenities, including air-conditioning, power outlets at every seat and footrests.
- Baggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
Confort
Upgrade to Alvia's Confort Class (First Class) and enjoy more comfortable seats, more legroom, an in-seat meal service and access to Renfe's Club lounges.
- Baggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
What are the onboard services on Alvia?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña.
On Alvia trains you can take up to three pieces of baggage on board, provided that they are less than 290cm long and weigh less than 25kg in total. Strollers and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also classed as hand baggage.
Most Alvia trains have an onboard café-bar, as well as an at-seat 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 baggage. If your bike is larger than this, it will count as special baggage 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).
How do I find cheap train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña?
The price of train tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Pamplona/Iruña starts at $24.70 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for special deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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