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Santander to Calais trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Santander and Calais takes 33h 38m and the fastest train takes 29h 45m. There is at least one train per day from Santander to Calais. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

33h 38m
Duration
1,393 km
Distance
€302
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain train
  2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain train E1
  3. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain train Ter
  4. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Lille Flandrestrain train
  5. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain train Ter
19h 1m
€197–447

Santander to Calais train times

Trains run once daily between Santander and Calais. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Calais at 7:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 33h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,393 km
  • Duration: 33h 38m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Calais, France?

You can take a train from Santander to Calais Ville via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Lille Flandres in around 19h 1m.

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