The average train between Madrid and Santander takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid 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 3 times a day between Madrid and Santander. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 7:08 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:35 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid station and arriving at Santander station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.
Madrid to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
Book your Madrid to Santander train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between Madrid and Santander is 339.1 km. The road distance is 441 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander twice daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 4h 20m.
