How much does the Camino de Santiago cost?
Orientative prices, based on published prices checked in October 2026. Official figures carry their source. checked 2026-10
| Mid-range (shared double room) | up to €85 (≈ up to $95) | * |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort (hotels, luggage and bookings included) | €100–€180 (≈ $112–$202) | * |
* Orientative, based on published prices, checked in October 2026. Calculated: a double room of up to €90 split by two (€45) plus food of up to €40. Dollars at the ECB reference rate of 1.1208 USD per euro on 2026-10-15.
| Item | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Private room in a hotel or rural house (night) | up to €80–€90 (≈ up to $90–$101) | * |
| Breakfast | up to €5 (≈ up to $6) | * |
| Pilgrim menu | from €10 (≈ from $11) | * |
| Dinner | €15–€20 (≈ $17–$22) | * |
| All food per day | up to €40 (≈ up to $45) | * |
| Luggage transfer Sarria – Santiago (1 bag, whole section) | €20 (≈ $22) | * |
| Luggage transfer per stage | Quoted in your personal budget | — |
| Compostela | Free | [1] |
| Certificate of distance | €3 (≈ $3) | [1] |
* Orientative, based on published prices, checked in October 2026.
Organized trip
An organized Sarria – Santiago trip usually starts at around €700 per person in a double room (orientative, October 2026). (≈ $785)
FAQ
How much does a day on the Camino de Santiago cost?
Up to about €85 per person sharing a double room, and €100 to €180 with hotels, luggage transfer and bookings done for you. Orientative.
How much is the Camino in US dollars?
At the ECB rate of 1.1208 dollars per euro (2026-10-15), up to €85 a day is about $95, and €100 to €180 is about $112 to $202. Orientative.
Do you pay for the Compostela?
No, the Compostela is free. The optional certificate of distance costs €3 at the Pilgrim’s Office.
Sources
- Oficina del Peregrino (Catedral de Santiago) · 2026-10-15
- European Central Bank · euro reference rates · 2026-10-15
https://xacobea.com/en/coste/how-much-does-the-camino-de-santiago-cost/
