The average train between Cádiz and Cantabria takes 12h 33m and the fastest train takes 10h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Cádiz to Cantabria. 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 3 times a day between Cádiz and Cantabria. The earliest departure is at 6:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cádiz is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Cantabria at 11:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha-Almudena Grandes and take an average of 12h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cádiz to Cantabria? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cádiz to Cantabria. However, there are services departing from Cádiz station and arriving at Cantabria station via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.
Cádiz to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Cadiz station.
Cádiz to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
Book your Cádiz to Cantabria train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros and Renfe Cercanias.
The distance between Cádiz and Cantabria is 761 km. The road distance is 1,072 km.
You can take a train from Cadiz to Santander via Madrid-Puerta De Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid Chamartín in around 10h 30m.