The average train between Alcobendas and Santander takes 5h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Alcobendas to Santander. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Alcobendas and Santander. The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Alcobendas is at 11:34 PM which arrives into Santander at 12:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

4h 47m • 1 change

4h 48m • 1 change

5h 16m • 1 change

4h 44m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Alcobendas to Santander. However, there are services departing from Alcobendas station and arriving at Santander station via Santander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.
Alcobendas to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Alcobendas to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Santander station.
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The distance between Alcobendas and Santander is 324.7 km. The road distance is 456 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander 3 times a day. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 4h 27m.