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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Madrid (Station) is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Madrid (Station) is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs €55 - €240.

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

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 and Madrid (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Madrid (Station). However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Cartagena via Estación de metro de Chamartín and Gregorio Marañon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

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

The distance between Santander and Madrid (Station) is 345 km. The road distance is 389.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Santander to Madrid (Station), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid (Station) is to fly which takes 1h 52m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 4h 30m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 41m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Santander to Madrid (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Madrid (Station) is 390 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Santander to Madrid (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Madrid (Station)?

There are 6560+ hotels available in Madrid (Station).

Santander to Madrid (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Madrid (Station) 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 52m
€58–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - San-Mad / ...
5h 41m
€30–50
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
4h 30m
€58–88
Drive 389.7 km
1. Drive from Santander to Madrid (Station)car 389.7 km
4h 38m
€62–90

Santander to Madrid (Station) by train, subway, and foot (Renfe)

35Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 345 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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