The average train between Santander and Saint-Nazaire takes 24h 43m and the fastest train takes 23h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Saint-Nazaire. 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-Nazaire. 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-Nazaire at 7:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Bilbao and take an average of 24h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day





23h 37m • 5 changes
Arrives next day





24h 41m • 5 changes
Arrives next day





23h 37m • 5 changes
Arrives next day





24h 41m • 5 changes
Arrives next day





23h 37m • 5 changes
Arrives next day





24h 41m • 5 changes
Want to know about travelling from Santander to Saint-Nazaire? 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-Nazaire. However, there are services departing from Santander station and arriving at Saint-Nazaire station via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 43m.
Santander to Saint-Nazaire train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Saint-Nazaire train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at St Nazaire station.
The distance between Santander and Saint-Nazaire is 441.4 km. The road distance is 914 km.
You can take a train from Santander to St Nazaire via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, and Nantes in around 16h 21m.