The average train between El Escorial and Santander takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 6h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from El Escorial to Santander. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between El Escorial and Santander. The earliest departure is at 9:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from El Escorial is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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14h 41m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from El Escorial to Santander? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from El Escorial to Santander. However, there are services departing from El Escorial station and arriving at Santander station via Palencia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.
El Escorial to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from El Escorial station.
El Escorial to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
Book your El Escorial to Santander train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between El Escorial and Santander is 321.6 km. The road distance is 476 km.
You can take a train from El Escorial to Santander via Palencia in around 5h 58m.