1Stop 01Bilbao
19mDynamic city known for modern architecture, vibrant arts scene, and Basque cuisine.
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Route 05
Costa Verde Express
Luxury Train Along Spain's Green Coast
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Overview
The Costa Verde Express is a luxury tourist train traveling along Spain's northern coast — known as the "Green Coast" for its lush Atlantic landscapes. This all-inclusive six-day journey runs from Bilbao through Cantabria, Asturias, and Galicia to Santiago de Compostela. Elegant sleeping cars, gourmet meals, and daily guided excursions to coastal villages, medieval towns, and the Picos de Europa mountains make this one of Europe's most complete rail experiences.
Duration6 days / 5 nights
Distance~1,000 km
Stops14 stations
Best SeasonMay – October
Route & stations
Each numbered stop on the line — tap a card to explore the destination.
1Stop 01
2Stop 02Santander
15mCoastal city known for beaches, seafood cuisine, and maritime heritage.
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3Stop 03Llanes
8mCoastal town with medieval walls, beaches, and Picos de Europa backdrop.
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4Stop 04Oviedo
236mAsturias' elegant capital with pre-Romanesque monuments and cider culture.
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5Stop 05Gijón
5mCoastal city known for its vibrant seafront, cider culture, and historic architecture.
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6Stop 06Candás
27mTraditional fishing port near Gijón with seafood and coastal charm.
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7Stop 07Avilés
13mIndustrial city transformed by Niemeyer Center cultural complex.
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8Stop 08Luarca
5mCoastal town known for its stunning cliffs and fresh seafood.
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9Stop 09Ribadeo
46mElegant port town on Galicia-Asturias border near Cathedrals Beach.
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10Stop 10Viveiro
15mMedieval walled town with beaches on Galicia's northern coast.
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11Stop 11Ferrol
11mHistoric naval port with neoclassical architecture and maritime heritage.
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12Stop 12Santiago de Compostela
264mFamous pilgrimage site featuring the stunning Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.
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Route map
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Journey highlights
Luxury Accommodation
Elegant sleeping cars with en-suite bathrooms and lounge cars with panoramic windows
Picos de Europa
Guided excursion to Spain's dramatic limestone mountain national park
Santillana del Mar
A perfectly preserved medieval town near the UNESCO Altamira cave paintings
Santiago de Compostela
Final destination: the magnificent Romanesque cathedral at the end of the Camino de Santiago
Travel tips
- 01This is an all-inclusive luxury experience — book well in advance, departures are limited
- 02All meals, accommodation, and guided excursions are included in the price
- 03Smart casual dress code applies for dinner service on board
- 04Comfortable walking shoes are essential — daily excursions involve significant walking
- 05The journey combines train travel with coach excursions to inland attractions