The average train between Ponferrada and Santander takes 6h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Ponferrada 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 Ponferrada and Santander. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ponferrada is at 4:33 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:28 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ponferrada to Santander. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada station and arriving at Santander station via Palencia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.
Ponferrada to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Ponferrada station.
Ponferrada to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
Book your Ponferrada to Santander train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between Ponferrada and Santander is 248.9 km. The road distance is 451 km.
You can take a train from Ponferrada to Santander via Palencia in around 5h 58m.
