The average train between Santander and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie takes 26h 33m and the fastest train takes 24h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie. 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 Santander and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie. 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 Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie at 8:26 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 26h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Santander to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie? 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 Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 33m.
Santander to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at St Gilles Croix De Vie station.
The distance between Santander and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie is 388.1 km. The road distance is 933 km.
You can take a train from Santander to St Gilles Croix De Vie via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Nantes in around 17h 30m.