The average train between Madrid (Station) and Santander takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid (Station) 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 3 times a day between Madrid (Station) and Santander. The earliest departure is at 7:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid (Station) is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Cartagena and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Madrid (Station) to Santander. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín station and arriving at Santander station via Santander station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Madrid (Station) to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid (Station) to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
The distance between Madrid (Station) and Santander is 336.5 km. The road distance is 391 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander 3 times a day. Tickets cost €55–80 and the journey takes 4h 4m.
