How to get to Sarria from Madrid?
How to get from Madrid to Sarria to start the last 100 km of the Camino de Santiago?
Sarria is a small town in the province of Lugo that can be reached directly by various means of transport.
MAIN CONNECTIONS TO REACH THE STARTING POINT TO MAKE YOUR CAMINO EASIER
PLANE
* Direct connection from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela.
* There are daily connections between both cities. Airlines:
- Iberia
- Ryanair.
* Flight duration -- Approximately 70 minutes
* From Santiago airport, there is a direct bus to Sarria operated by the company Freire.
TRAIN
* Direct connection departing from Chamartín Station
* Journey duration -- Approx. 4 hours.
* There are several trains connecting Madrid with Santiago de Compostela and Lugo, Galician cities from which it is also very easy to reach Sarria with several direct daily services.
- Renfe trains, Alvia, AVE.
Travel Information
Do you want to know more about your trip from Madrid to Sarria?
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from our customers to help you plan your trip.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Sarria?
The average travel time between Madrid and Sarria is 4 hours. On weekdays, there are an average of 4 trains per day for the Madrid-Sarria route. On weekends and public holidays, the journey may take longer.
How long does the fastest train from Madrid to Sarria take?
The fastest train journey between Madrid and Sarria takes 3 hours and 42 minutes.
How much does the train from Madrid to Sarria cost?
Train tickets from Madrid to Sarria start at €16.30 if purchased in advance but can be more expensive if bought on the day of travel.
Are there direct trains from Madrid to Sarria?
Yes, it is possible to travel from Madrid to Sarria without transfers. There is 1 direct train from Madrid to Sarria every day. Depending on the time and date of travel, there may be fewer direct trains on some days.
What time does the first train from Madrid to Sarria leave?
The first train from Madrid to Sarria departs at 10:04 am. There may be fewer services on weekends and public holidays.
What time does the last train from Madrid to Sarria leave?
The last train from Madrid to Sarria departs at 8:23 pm. Some trains on main routes may also run at night but with reduced frequency. There may also be fewer services on weekends and public holidays.
What is the distance by train from Madrid to Sarria?
Trains travelling from Madrid to Sarria cover a distance of approximately 406 km.
BUS
* There is no direct connection from Madrid to Sarria
Other connections:
- Santiago de Compostela.
* ALSA is the only company offering this service
- From:
* Estación Sur – offers an overnight connection
* Moncloa
* T4 at Madrid Barajas Airport.
* Journey duration -- Approx. 10 hours.
- Lugo
* ALSA company. With more than 5 daily connections
- From:
* Estación Sur,
* Moncloa, or
* T4 at Madrid Barajas Airport.
* Journey duration -- Approx. 8 hours.
BY CAR
If your option is a private car,
From Madrid:
4 hours 53 minutes (506 km)
* Depart Madrid via the A-6 towards A Coruña
* Follow the AP-6 and A-6 towards CP-16-11 in Galicia, and continue until entering the province of Lugo.
* Once there, take exit 479 to N-VI Castroverde/Corgo and continue on CP-1611
* then LU-546.
* In just over 5 hours, you will have reached Sarria.
We hope this information has been helpful!
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