The average train between Santander and Ferrol takes 13h 49m and the fastest train takes 9h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Ferrol. 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 Santander and Ferrol. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Ferrol at 1:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 13h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Santander to Ferrol? 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 Ferrol. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Ferrol station via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 49m.
Santander to Ferrol train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Ferrol train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at El Ferrol station.
Book your Santander to Ferrol train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros and Renfe AVE.
The distance between Santander and Ferrol is 357.3 km. The road distance is 1,117 km.
You can take a train from Santander to El Ferrol via Madrid Chamartín and La Coruna-San Cristobal in around 11h 11m.