What is the cheapest way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid is to fly which takes 1h 35m and costs €55 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Santander (Port) and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander (Port) to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Barrio Pesquero and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América via Estación de autobuses de Santander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Santander (Port) and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Santander (Port) to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Madrid Chamartín via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

The distance between Santander (Port) and Madrid is 336 km. The road distance is 389.7 km.

How do I travel from Santander (Port) to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €55 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander (Port) to Madrid bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander (Port) to Madrid train from?

Santander (Port) to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

The best way to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid is to fly which takes 1h 35m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 5h 12m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Santander (Port) to Madrid bus arrive?

Santander (Port) to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Santander (Port) to Madrid train arrive?

Santander (Port) to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander (Port) to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander (Port) to Madrid is 390 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Santander (Port) to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7057+ hotels available in Madrid.

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There are 4 ways to get from Santander (Port) to Madrid by plane, train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
1h 35m
€57–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - San-Mad / ...
6h 36m
€30–50
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
5h 12m
€55–85
Drive 389.7 km
1. Drive from Santander (Port) to Madridcar 389.7 km
4h 41m
€62–90

Santander (Port) to Madrid by bus and train (Renfe)

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Distance: 336.4 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Santander (Port), Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Iberia flies from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín 5 times a day. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 4h 8m.

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