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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Cacabelos is to train which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Cacabelos is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Cacabelos?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Cacabelos. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Cacabelos via Leon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Santander to Cacabelos?

The distance between Santander and Cacabelos is 395 km. The road distance is 350.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Cacabelos without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Santander to Cacabelos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Cacabelos bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Cacabelos?

The best way to get from Santander to Cacabelos is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Santander to Cacabelos bus arrive?

Santander to Cacabelos bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Leon station.

Can I drive from Santander to Cacabelos?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Cacabelos is 351 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Santander to Cacabelos.

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

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Where can I stay near Cacabelos?

There are 275+ hotels available in Cacabelos.

Santander to Cacabelos - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santander to Cacabelos by bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to LeonAlsa
2. Take the bus from Leon to CacabelosALSA - Leon-Villf
7h 5m
€36–68
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to PalenciaAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Palencia to PonferradaAlv / ...
7h 6m
€39–89
Drive 350.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Cacabelos350.6 km
4h 13m
€56–80

Santander to Cacabelos by bus

2Weekly Buses

7h 5mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 394.6 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Cacabelos, Castille and León, Spain?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Cacabelos via Leon in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Cacabelos via Palencia, Ponferrada, and Ponferrada in around 7h 6m.

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