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Composite routes from Cantabria to Madrid

Cheapest
4 h 18 min
Car
413 km.
from $22

Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Parayas Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$367.08
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$278.47

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Parayas Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$367.08
Plane from Bilbao Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$278.47

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Santander to Madrid
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid,
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$41.77–$60.76

International Regular Bus Castro

Phone:
0034942867026
Email:
Website:
irb-grupo.com/es/
Bus from Castro Urdiales - La Ronda to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.67

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Santander to Madrid
Ave. Duration:
5h 11m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$39.24

Questions and Answers

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 $17.39 - $33.70 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 56m and costs $33.70 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Cantabria and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart four times a day, 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.

How far is it from Cantabria to Madrid?

The distance between Cantabria and Madrid is 438 km. The road distance is 456.8 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 and costs $36.96 - $51.09 .

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

The train from Santander to Madrid Chamartín takes 4h 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 Santander E.A. 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 and costs $36.96 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $33.70 - $152.17 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Cantabria to Madrid bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cantabria and Madrid?

It is currently 04:27 at both, Cantabria and Madrid.

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 457 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Cantabria to Madrid.

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

Book your Cantabria to Madrid train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cantabria to Madrid bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6259+ hotels available in Madrid. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

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.
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