The average train between Pau and Santander takes 14h 32m and the fastest train takes 9h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Pau 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 Pau and Santander. The earliest departure is at 7:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pau is at 8:28 PM which arrives into Santander at 5:01 PM. All services require a transfer at Bayonne and take an average of 14h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Pau 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 Pau to Santander. However, there are services departing from Pau station and arriving at Santander station via Bayonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 32m.
Pau to Santander train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pau station.
Pau to Santander train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Santander station.
The distance between Pau and Santander is 279.2 km. The road distance is 385 km.
You can take a train from Pau to Santander via Bayonne, Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Bilbao in around 10h 52m.