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

The cheapest way to get from Santander (Station) to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €16 - €35 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander (Station) to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €55 - €240.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

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

The distance between Santander (Station) and Madrid is 441 km. The road distance is 392.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander (Station) to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €55 - €85.

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

The train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín takes 4h 8m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Santander (Station) to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €240 and takes 2h 50m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Santander (Station) to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander (Station) to Madrid is 392 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Santander (Station) to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander (Station) to Madrid?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Santander (Station) to Madrid?

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6560+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Santander (Station) to Madrid?

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

Santander (Station) to Madrid - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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There are 6 ways to get from Santander (Station) 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 8m
€55–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Santander to Madridrideshare 394.4 km
5h 17m
€16–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - San-Mad / ...
5h 30m
€30–50
Fly from Santander Airport
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
2h 50m
€57–234
Drive 392.2 km
1. Drive from Santander (Station) to Madridcar 392.2 km
4h 43m
€63–90
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
4h 55m
€46–168

Santander (Station) to Madrid by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 440.6 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín 5 times a day. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 4h 8m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de América every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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