The average train between Santander and Madrid takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 4h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Madrid. 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 Madrid. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Madrid at 11:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander station and arriving at Madrid station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 26m.
Santander to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.
Book your Santander to Madrid train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between Santander and Madrid is 339.1 km. The road distance is 441 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín twice daily. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 4h 18m.
