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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Albacete is to bus which costs €60 - €120 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Albacete is to fly and train which takes 3h 40m and costs €65 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Albacete?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Albacete. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Albacete via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Albacete?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Albacete. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Santander to Albacete?

The distance between Santander and Albacete is 822 km. The road distance is 638.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Albacete without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €50 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Santander to Albacete, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Albacete bus from?

Santander to Albacete bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Albacete train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Albacete?

The best way to get from Santander to Albacete is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €50 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Santander to Albacete bus arrive?

Santander to Albacete bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station.

Where does the Santander to Albacete train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Albacete?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Albacete is 638 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Santander to Albacete.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Albacete?

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Santander to Albacete - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Santander to Albacete by plane, train, train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Fly Santander Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)SDR - ALC
2. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Albacete
3h 40m
€65–267
Train (Renfe)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to AlbaceteAlv
6h 28m
€50–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Alsa
2. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to AlbaceteAlsa
9h 40m
€62–119
Drive 638.1 km
1. Drive from Santander to Albacete638.1 km
7h 4m
€100–144
Fly Santander Airport to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)SDR - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete
3h 53m
€61–320
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Alicante-Elche Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)BIO - ALC
3. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Albacete
6h 43m
€54–183

Santander to Albacete by train (Renfe)

7Weekly Trains

6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 822.1 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Albacete once daily. Tickets cost €50–130 and the journey takes 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Albacete via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) in around 9h 40m.

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