How much does the Camino de Santiago cost?
Work out your real budget: accommodation, food, luggage transfer and taxi between stages. Adjusted for 2026 with up-to-date prices.
Plan your trip
~40€ per leg between stages
Estimated budget
250€
1 person · 5 days
Per person
250€
Per day
50€
Rough estimate · Prices vary by season and location.
Tips to trim the budget
Public albergues = lowest cost
10-12€/night. First come, first served. Try to arrive before 2 pm in high season.
Pilgrim menu: 12-15€
Includes starter, main course, dessert, bread, a drink and sometimes coffee. Look for restaurants with the "Menú Peregrino" sticker.
Shop at the supermarket
Breakfast + midday picnic for ~5€. Bars often close between 3 pm and 8 pm.
Typical budgets (last 100 km from Sarria, 5 days)
Backpacker
150-200€
- ·Public albergues
- ·Supermarket + pilgrim menu
- ·No extra luggage
Mid-range
300-400€
- ·Mix of albergues and guesthouses
- ·Set menus
- ·Contingencies included
Comfort
600-800€
- ·Hotels and country houses
- ·Restaurants
- ·Luggage transfer
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Camino de Santiago cost?
Between 30€/day (backpacker with public albergues and simple meals) and 120€/day (hotels and restaurants). For the last 100 km from Sarria (5-6 days), the average budget is between 250€ and 700€ per person all included.
How much does accommodation cost on the Camino?
Public albergues 10-12€, private ones 15-18€, guesthouses 35-55€, hotels from 50€. Prices rise in high season (April-October). Book ahead unless it's a public albergue.
How much do you spend on food per day?
From 15€/day with supermarket food and picnics, 25€ with a set menu, 45€ with restaurants and wine. The pilgrim menu (12-15€) is the most popular option and includes 3 courses, bread and a drink.
Is luggage transfer worth it?
8€/day per backpack. If you have back problems, injuries or simply want to enjoy the walk more, it's worth every cent. You walk much lighter and arrive with more energy.
How much does a taxi between stages cost?
Between 30-50€ per leg. For example, Sarria→Portomarín around 40€, Palas de Rei→Melide 30€. Useful if you're injured or short on time. Fixed price, luggage included.
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