How to get from
Madrid to Santander
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Compare prices to get from Madrid to Santander
€36|1h 10m
€23|4h 4m
€39|5h 30m
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Air Europa26h 5m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportSantander Airport
€95One way
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Iberia1h 10m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportSantander Airport
€321One way
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Air Europa8h 15m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportSantander Airport
€130One way
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Iberia22h 55m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportSantander Airport
€500One way
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- Prices shown from Madrid to Santander are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare flights, trains, and buses from Madrid to Santander
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Santander costs only €35 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 3h 6m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
€46
Average duration
3h 6m
Departure time
07:40 - 20:40
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
€35
Average duration
5h 52m
Departure time
07:51 - 13:43
Direct options
Buses
Average price
€42
Average duration
7h 2m
Departure time
08:00 - 09:20
Direct options
· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Santander?
What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Madrid to Santander?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Madrid to Santander is Tuesday, with an average price of €23.
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€37
€23
€10
What is the cheapest day to travel from Madrid to Santander by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Madrid to Santander is Monday, with an average price of €42.
€42
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Madrid to Santander travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Madrid and Santander
Popular airports near Madrid
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Salamanca Airport (SLM)
Nearby
Popular airports near Santander
Santander Airport (SDR)
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Nearby
Popular train stations near Madrid
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
Delicias
Railway Museum
Embajadores
Popular train stations near Santander
Santander
Valdecilla
Valdecilla La Marga (FEVE)
CAZOÑA
Adarzo
Popular bus stations near Madrid
ESPANILLO
TRANBUS
Sevilla
Madrid Gran Vía Callao
PLAZA BOHEMIA
Popular bus stations near Santander
Santander Universidad De Santander
Santander Avenida Manuel García Lago
ALTO DE MIRANDA
JESUS MONASTERIO 12
SEVARES
How to travel from Madrid to Santander: FAQs
How far is it from Madrid to Santander?
It’s about 330 km (205 mi) from Madrid to Santander.How do I get from Madrid to Santander?
You can travel from Madrid to Santander in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses.What’s the fastest way to get from Madrid to Santander?
The fastest way to get from Madrid to Santander is by Flights, with an average journey time of 3 hours 6 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Trains takes on average 5h 52m.Buses takes on average 7h 2m.What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Madrid to Santander?
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Santander is by Trains, with an average price of €35. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around €42 on avergae.Flights costs around €46 on average.What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Madrid and Santander?
For trips between Madrid and Santander, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Santander Airport; Trains depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrive at Santander; Buses depart from ESPANILLO and arrive at Santander Universidad De Santander.How far in advance should I book tickets from Madrid to Santander to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Madrid to Santander are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of €23. Flights from Madrid to Santander are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of €42Are Madrid and Santander in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Madrid and Santander.