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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares is to bus which costs €35 - €85 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares is to fly and line 229 bus which takes 2h 16m and costs €45 - €260.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Av.Lope De Figueroa-Pza.Juventud via Intercambiador De Avenida América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Alcalá De Henares via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Santander to Alcalá de Henares?

The distance between Santander and Alcalá de Henares is 359 km. The road distance is 395.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €35 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares, including transfers.

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

Santander to Alcalá de Henares bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

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

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

Train or bus from Santander to Alcalá de Henares?

The best way to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Santander to Alcalá de Henares bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Alcalá de Henares train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Alcalá de Henares?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Alcalá de Henares is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Santander to Alcalá de Henares.

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

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Where can I stay near Alcalá de Henares?

There are 407+ hotels available in Alcalá de Henares.

Santander to Alcalá de Henares - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Alcalá de Henares by plane, bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Fly, line 229 bus
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)SDR - MAD
2. Take the bus from Canillejas to Av.Lope De Figueroa-Pza.Juventud
2h 16m
€47–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
6h 10m
€35–81
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alcalá De HenaresC2 / ...
5h 13m
€37–87
Drive 395.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to Alcalá de Henares395.8 km
4h 46m
€63–90

Santander to Alcalá de Henares by train (Renfe)

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5h 13mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.2 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Santander to Alcalá De Henares via Madrid Chamartín in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de América every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–80 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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