What is the cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

The fastest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Alcalá de Henares and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcalá de Henares to Santander. However, there are services departing from Vía Complutense-Brihuega and arriving at Santander E.A. via Madrid, Avenida de América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Alcalá de Henares and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Santander. However, there are services departing from Alcalá De Henares and arriving at Santander via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

The distance between Alcalá de Henares and Santander is 359 km. The road distance is 396 km.

How do I travel from Alcalá de Henares to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcalá de Henares to Santander bus from?

Alcalá de Henares to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Alcalá de Henares to Santander train from?

Alcalá de Henares to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Alcalá De Henares station.

Train, bus or fly from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €110 and takes 6h 13m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Alcalá de Henares to Santander bus arrive?

Alcalá de Henares to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Where does the Alcalá de Henares to Santander train arrive?

Alcalá de Henares to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcalá de Henares to Santander is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Alcalá de Henares to Santander.

How do I get a train ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Santander?

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Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1987+ hotels available in Santander.

Alcalá de Henares to Santander - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Alcalá de Henares to Santander by plane, train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Fly to Santander Airport
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santander Airport (SDR)MAD - SDR
2h 40m
€43–255
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Santander E.A.Alsa
6h 43m
€38–79
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Alcalá De Henares to Madrid ChamartínC2 / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to SantanderAlv / ...
6h 13m
€43–101
Drive 396 km
1. Drive from Alcalá de Henares to Santander396 km
4h 47m
€62–89
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)MAD - BIO
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.
5h 36m
€42–163

Alcalá de Henares to Santander by train (Renfe)

11Weekly Trains

6h 13mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.3 km
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Alcalá de Henares, Spain and Santander, Spain?

Iberia flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santander Airport (SDR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alcalá De Henares to Santander via Madrid Chamartín in around 6h 13m.

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