What is the cheapest way to get from Catalonia to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from Catalonia to Santander is to rideshare which costs €47 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Catalonia to Santander?

The fastest way to get from Catalonia to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Catalonia and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Catalonia and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Catalonia to Santander. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Plaça De Catalunya and arriving at Santander via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Catalonia to Santander?

The distance between Catalonia and Santander is 556 km. The road distance is 678.2 km.

How do I travel from Catalonia to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from Catalonia to Santander without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 8h 30m and costs €60 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Catalonia to Santander?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Catalonia to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Catalonia to Santander bus from?

Catalonia to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Catalonia to Santander train from?

Catalonia to Santander train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Catalonia to Santander?

The best way to get from Catalonia to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs €30 - €170. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €60 - €220 and takes 8h 30m, you could also bus, which costs €65 - €120 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Catalonia to Santander bus arrive?

Catalonia to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Where does the Catalonia to Santander train arrive?

Catalonia to Santander train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Catalonia to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Catalonia to Santander is 678 km. It takes approximately 7h 15m to drive from Catalonia to Santander.

How do I get a train ticket from Catalonia to Santander?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Catalonia to Santander?

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Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1966+ hotels available in Santander.

Can I share a ride from Catalonia to Santander?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Catalonia and Santander. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Catalonia to Santander - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and rideshare

There are 8 ways to get from Catalonia to Santander by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, train (Renfe), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Santander Airport
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1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Santander Airport (SDR)plane BCN - SDR
2h 44m
€32–166
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Santandertrain Alv / ...
8h 30m
€64–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Santander E.A.bus Alsa
9h 30m
€65–120
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Santanderrideshare 677.2 km
8h 14m
€47
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane BCN - BIO
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus
5h 36m
€35–134
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Santanderbus FlixBus 783
10h 55m
€57–95
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
2. Take the train from Bilbao to Santandertrain
12h 37m
€37–102
Drive 678.2 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Santandercar 678.2 km
7h 15m
€107–154

Catalonia to Santander by train

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 555.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Catalonia, Spain and Santander, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Iberia fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Santander Airport (SDR) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barcelona-Plaça De Catalunya to Santander via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid Chamartín in around 8h 30m.

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