What is the cheapest way to get from Cantabria to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Cantabria to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €16 - €35 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cantabria to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Cantabria to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €50 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Cantabria and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cantabria and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Cantabria to Madrid?

The distance between Cantabria and Madrid is 441 km. The road distance is 393.6 km.

How do I travel from Cantabria to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Cantabria to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Cantabria to Madrid?

The train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín takes 4h 14m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cantabria to Madrid bus from?

Cantabria to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where do I catch the Cantabria to Madrid train from?

Cantabria to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Cantabria to Madrid?

The best way to get from Cantabria to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €240 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Cantabria to Madrid bus arrive?

Cantabria to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Cantabria to Madrid train arrive?

Cantabria to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Cantabria to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Cantabria to Madrid is 394 km. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Cantabria to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from Cantabria to Madrid?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cantabria to Madrid?

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6997+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Cantabria to Madrid?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cantabria and Madrid. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cantabria to Madrid - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cantabria to Madrid by train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
4h 14m
€55–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Santander to Madridrideshare 394.4 km
5h 11m
€16–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - San-Mad / ...
5h 30m
€30–70
Fly from Santander Airport
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
2h 50m
€52–234
Drive 393.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Madridcar 393.6 km
4h 45m
€63–91
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Castro Urdiales - La Ronda to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
4h 23m

Cantabria to Madrid by train (Renfe)

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 440.7 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Cantabria, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín 3 times a day. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 4h 14m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de América every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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