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Trip Overview

The average train between Santander and France takes 18h 53m and the fastest train takes 13h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18h 53m
Duration
1,016 km
Distance
€215
Average price
Twice 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 Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2train train Tgv
13h 14m
€139–304

Santander to France train times

Trains run twice daily between Santander and France. 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 France at 5:23 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 18h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,015.9 km
  • Duration: 18h 53m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and France?

You can take a train from Santander to Cité via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, and Montparnasse Bienvenue in around 13h 14m.

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