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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Santander is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs €40 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Santander. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Madrid to Santander?

The distance between Madrid and Santander is 336 km. The road distance is 394.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Santander without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Madrid to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Santander bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madrid to Santander train from?

Madrid to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Santander?

The best way to get from Madrid to Santander is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs €40 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 4h 20m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Madrid to Santander bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid to Santander train arrive?

Madrid to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Santander is 394 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Madrid to Santander.

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

Book your Madrid to Santander bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1951+ hotels available in Santander.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Santander?

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

Madrid to Santander - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Santander by plane, train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santander Airport (SDR)MAD - SDR
2h 25m
€43–243
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Santander394.4 km
5h 21m
€20
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to SantanderAlv / ...
4h 20m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Santander E.A.Alsa
5h 30m
€35–75
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 5m
€42–161
Drive 394.1 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Santander394.1 km
4h 44m
€62–89

Madrid to Santander by train (Renfe)

11Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.4 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Iberia flies from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Santander Airport (SDR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander twice daily. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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