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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Santander to Madrid City Center

Composite routes from Santander to Madrid City Center

Cheapest
4 h 28 min
Car
453 km.
from $24

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

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 City Center?

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Madrid City Center?

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 Santander and Madrid City Center?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Madrid City Center. 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 City Center?

The distance between Santander and Madrid City Center is 445 km. The road distance is 456.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid City Center 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 City Center?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Madrid City Center bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Madrid City Center train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Madrid City Center?

The best way to get from Santander to Madrid City Center is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $39.13 - $53.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $52.17 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $34.78 - $152.17 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Santander to Madrid City Center bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Madrid City Center train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Madrid City Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Madrid City Center is 456 km. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Santander to Madrid City Center.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Madrid City Center?

Book your Santander to Madrid City Center bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Madrid City Center?

There are 6258+ hotels available in Madrid City Center. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Santander to Madrid City Center?

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