The average train between Santander and Arcachon takes 15h 40m and the fastest train takes 11h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Arcachon. 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 Santander and Arcachon. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Arcachon at 2:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 15h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Santander to Arcachon? 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 Santander to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Arcachon station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 40m.
Santander to Arcachon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Arcachon train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Facture Biganos station.
The distance between Santander and Arcachon is 249 km. The road distance is 458 km.
You can take a train from Santander to Arcachon via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Facture Biganos in around 10h 54m.