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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Spain is to rideshare which costs €42 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Spain is to fly which takes 1h 42m and costs €35 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Spain?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Santander to Spain?

The distance between Santander and Spain is 346 km. The road distance is 677.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Spain without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 49m and costs €60 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Santander to Spain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Spain bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Spain train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Spain?

The best way to get from Santander to Spain is to fly which takes 1h 42m and costs €35 - €210. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €110 - €250 and takes 7h 58m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 9h.

Where does the Santander to Spain bus arrive?

Santander to Spain bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Santander to Spain train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Spain?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Spain is 678 km. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Santander to Spain.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Spain?

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Where can I stay near Spain?

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Can I share a ride from Santander to Spain?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Santander and Spain. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Santander to Spain - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

Q: Is there a direct train between Santander and Spain?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Spain. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Barcelona-Plaça De Catalunya via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

There are 10 ways to get from Santander to Spain by plane, bus, train, train (Renfe, Ouigo), rideshare, train (Renfe), 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 to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
1h 42m
€36–209
Fly to Barcelona–El Prat Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane SDR - BCN
2h 1m
€31–198
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus Alsa
2. Take the train from Zaragoza-Delicias to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
6h 49m
€64–150
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
7h 58m
€113–245
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Santander to Barcelonerideshare 676.6 km
8h 13m
€42
Fly to Son Sant Joan Airport
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI)plane SDR - PMI
1h 50m
€44–241
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus Alsa
9h
€55–120
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
11h 29m
€85–153
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the bus from Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
12h 41m
€60–98
Drive 677.7 km
1. Drive from Santander to Barcelonacar 677.7 km
7h 26m
€107–154

Santander to Spain by bus and train

35Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 345.7 km
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Spain?

Iberia flies from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Barcelona-Plaça De Catalunya via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and Barcelona Sants in around 7h 58m.

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