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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Cuenca is to train which costs €55 - €110 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Cuenca is to fly and train which takes 3h 2m and costs €55 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Cuenca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Cuenca Fernando Zobel. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Santander to Cuenca?

The distance between Santander and Cuenca is 532 km. The road distance is 525.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Cuenca without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €55 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Santander to Cuenca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Cuenca train from?

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

Where does the Santander to Cuenca train arrive?

Santander to Cuenca train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Cuenca Fernando Zobel station.

Can I drive from Santander to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Cuenca is 526 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Santander to Cuenca.

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

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Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 348+ hotels available in Cuenca.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Santander Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Cuenca Fernando Zobeltrain
3h 2m
€56–277
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
3. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Cuenca Fernando Zobeltrain
6h 4m
€51–231
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Cuenca Fernando Zobeltrain Alv
5h 50m
€55–110
Drive 525.9 km
1. Drive from Santander to Cuencacar 525.9 km
6h 48m
€83–120

Santander to Cuenca by train (Renfe)

7Weekly Trains

5h 50mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santander to Cuenca.

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Distance: 531.8 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Cuenca Fernando Zobel once daily. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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