What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo is to bus which costs €35 - €85 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo is to fly and train which takes 2h 11m and costs €50 - €260.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Colmenar Viejo?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Colmenar Viejo. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Colmenar Viejo via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

The distance between Santander and Colmenar Viejo is 363 km. The road distance is 367.4 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Colmenar Viejo without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €35 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Colmenar Viejo train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

The best way to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Santander to Colmenar Viejo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Colmenar Viejo is 367 km. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Santander to Colmenar Viejo.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to Colmenar Viejo?

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Where can I stay near Colmenar Viejo?

There are 336+ hotels available in Colmenar Viejo.

Santander to Colmenar Viejo - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo by plane, train, train (Renfe), bus, 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, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)SDR - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Colmenar Viejo
2h 11m
€50–255
Train (Renfe)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
4h 50m
€38–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
6h 25m
€38–85
Drive 367.4 km
1. Drive from Santander to Colmenar Viejo367.4 km
4h 34m
€58–83

Santander to Colmenar Viejo by train (Renfe)

11Weekly Trains

4h 50mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Santander to Colmenar Viejo.

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Distance: 362.7 km
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Colmenar Viejo, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín twice daily. Tickets cost €30–85 and the journey takes 4h 14m. 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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