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How to Travel from

Santander to Madrid

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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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
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
Bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

TUS Santander

Phone:
+34 942 200 648
Website:
tusantander.es
Bus from Barrio Pesquero to Estaciones
Ave. Duration:
7 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes

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 Santander to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Madrid is to rideshare which costs $17.39 - $33.70 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $34.78 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Cibeles - Casa De América via Madrid, Avenida de América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Estación de Sol Cercanías via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Santander to Madrid?

The distance between Santander and Madrid is 445 km. The road distance is 456.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $39.13 - $53.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Santander to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Madrid bus from?

Santander to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Madrid train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Madrid?

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $39.13 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 6h 14m, you could also fly, which costs $34.78 - $152.17 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Santander to Madrid bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Madrid train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Madrid is 457 km. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Santander to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6254+ hotels available in Madrid. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Santander to Madrid?

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