What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real is to bus and train which costs €55 - €140 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real is to fly and train which takes 3h 40m and costs €70 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Ciudad Real?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Ciudad Real. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses via Avenida De América and Estación Sur de Autobuses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Ciudad Real?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Ciudad Real. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Ciudad Real-Central via Madrid Chamartín and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Santander to Ciudad Real?

The distance between Santander and Ciudad Real is 518 km. The road distance is 578.6 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Ciudad Real without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €60 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Ciudad Real?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Ciudad Real bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Ciudad Real train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Ciudad Real?

The best way to get from Santander to Ciudad Real is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs €60 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Santander to Ciudad Real bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Ciudad Real train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Ciudad Real?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Ciudad Real is 579 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Santander to Ciudad Real.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to Ciudad Real?

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Where can I stay near Ciudad Real?

There are 147+ hotels available in Ciudad Real.

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

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

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Fly from Santander Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)SDR - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Ciudad Real-Central
3h 40m
€73–314
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Ciudad Real-CentralAvn / ...
7h 52m
€58–131
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Ciudad Real-CentralAvn / ...
6h 24m
€61–132
Drive 578.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Ciudad Real578.6 km
6h 55m
€92–132
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)BIO - MAD
3. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Ciudad Real-Central
6h 43m
€67–212
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
2. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses607
9h 44m

Santander to Ciudad Real by train (Renfe)

11Weekly Trains

6h 24mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 518.3 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Ciudad Real, Spain?

You can take a train from Santander to Ciudad Real-Central via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses via Madrid, Avenida de América, Avenida De América, Méndez Álvaro, and Estación Sur de Autobuses in around 9h 44m.

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