The average train between Santander and Braga takes 22h 59m and the fastest train takes 21h 25m. There is at least one train per day from Santander to Braga. 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 once daily between Santander and Braga. The earliest departure is at 1:55 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Santander is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Braga at 7:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 22h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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25h 11m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Santander to Braga? 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 Santander to Braga. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Braga station via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 59m.
Santander to Braga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Braga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Nine station.
The distance between Santander and Braga is 434 km. The road distance is 1,211 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Braga via Madrid Chamartín, Pontevedra, Redondela De Galicia, and Nine in around 13h.