What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to El Escorial?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to El Escorial is to train via Villamuriel de Cerrato which costs €40 - €55 and takes 6h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to El Escorial?

The fastest way to get from Santander to El Escorial is to fly and train which takes 2h 58m and costs €50 - €270.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and El Escorial?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to El Escorial. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño via Avenida De América and Intercambiador Moncloa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and El Escorial?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to El Escorial. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at El Escorial via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Santander to El Escorial?

The distance between Santander and El Escorial is 388 km. The road distance is 397.4 km.

How do I travel from Santander to El Escorial without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to El Escorial without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €35 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Santander to El Escorial?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Santander to El Escorial, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to El Escorial bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to El Escorial train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to El Escorial?

The best way to get from Santander to El Escorial is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs €35 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Santander to El Escorial bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to El Escorial train arrive?

Santander to El Escorial train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to El Escorial?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to El Escorial is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Santander to El Escorial.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to El Escorial?

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Where can I stay near El Escorial?

There are 336+ hotels available in El Escorial.

Santander to El Escorial - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Santander to El Escorial 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 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 Chamartín to El Escorial
2h 58m
€52–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
2. Take the bus from Intercambiador Moncloa to Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño661
7h 5m
€36–86
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to El EscorialC8a
5h 37m
€38–88
Drive 397.4 km
1. Drive from Santander to El Escorial397.4 km
4h 20m
€63–91
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 Chamartín to El Escorial
6h
€46–168
Train via Villamuriel de Cerrato (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Venta De BanosRe
2. Take the train from Venta De Banos to El Escorial18012 / ...
6h 49m
€41–55

Santander to El Escorial by train (Renfe)

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5h 37mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 387.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and El Escorial, Madrid, Spain?

You can take a train from Santander to El Escorial via Madrid Chamartín in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Av.Constitución-Francisco Valiño via Madrid, Avenida de América, Avenida De América, Moncloa, and Intercambiador Moncloa in around 7h 5m.

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