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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Madrid to Santander

Composite routes from Madrid to Santander

Cheapest
4 h 28 min
Car
453 km.
from $24
Other
5 h 19 min
Bus, Plane
335 km.
from $75.54

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Parayas
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$367.08
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$278.47

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
alsa@alsa.es
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Santander
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$60.76
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Madrid to Santander
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$24.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Santander is to rideshare which costs $21.22 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Santander is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $33.70 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Santander. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Madrid to Santander?

The distance between Madrid and Santander is 439 km. The road distance is 455.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Santander without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $36.96 - $51.09 .

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

The train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Santander bus from?

Madrid to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Santander train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Santander?

The best way to get from Madrid to Santander is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs $36.96 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $33.70 - $152.17 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Madrid to Santander bus arrive?

Madrid to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Where does the Madrid to Santander train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madrid to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Santander is 456 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Madrid to Santander.

Which airlines fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport Airport to Parayas Airport Airport?

Iberia offers flights from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport Airport to Parayas Airport Airport.

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

Book your Madrid to Santander train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Madrid to Santander bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Santander. Prices start at $17.67 per night.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Santander?

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