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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to El Ferrol is to train which costs €40 - €60 and takes 13h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to El Ferrol is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and El Ferrol?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to El Ferrol. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Ferrol via Vilalba E.A.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and El Ferrol?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to El Ferrol. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Ferrol via Oviedo/Uviéu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.

How far is it from Santander to El Ferrol?

The distance between Santander and El Ferrol is 490 km. The road distance is 428.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to El Ferrol without a car is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs €35 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Santander to El Ferrol, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Santander to El Ferrol?

The best way to get from Santander to El Ferrol is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 13h 52m.

Where does the Santander to El Ferrol bus arrive?

Santander to El Ferrol bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Villalba station.

What is the time difference between Santander and El Ferrol?

El Ferrol is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 2:03 PM in Santander and 1:03 PM in El Ferrol.

Where does the Santander to El Ferrol train arrive?

Santander to El Ferrol train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Oviedo/Uviéu Train Station.

Can I drive from Santander to El Ferrol?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to El Ferrol is 429 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Santander to El Ferrol.

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

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Where can I stay near El Ferrol?

There are 736+ hotels available in El Ferrol.

Santander to El Ferrol - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to El Ferrol by bus, train (Renfe), car, or plane

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 Villalbabus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Vilalba E.A. to Ferrolbus Lugo
9h 10m
€38–76
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Oviedo/Uviéu Train Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Oviedo/Uviéu to Ferroltrain
13h 52m
€40–59
Drive 428.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to El Ferrolcar 428.8 km
4h 15m
€68–98
Fly Santander Airport to A Coruña Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to A Coruña Airport (LCG)plane SDR - LCG
2. Take the bus from A Coruña to Ferrolbus
5h 33m
€76–263
Fly Santander Airport to Santiago De Compostela Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ)plane SDR - SCQ
2. Take the bus from Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago to Ferrolbus
6h 2m
€92–338
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Santiago De Compostela Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ)plane BIO - SCQ
3. Take the bus from Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago to Ferrolbus
6h 49m
€65–269
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to A Coruña Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to A Coruña Airport (LCG)plane BIO - LCG
3. Take the bus from A Coruña to Ferrolbus
8h 36m
€59–228

Santander to El Ferrol by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 10mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Santander to El Ferrol.

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Distance: 490.1 km
Duration: 9h 10m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and El Ferrol, Spain?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Ferrol via Villalba and Vilalba E.A. in around 9h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Ferrol via Oviedo/Uviéu Train Station and Oviedo/Uviéu in around 13h 52m.

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