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Today24 Apr
from US$41
Tomorrow25 Apr
from US$34
Sat26 Apr
from US$41
Sun27 Apr
from US$34
Mon28 Apr
from US$34
Tue29 Apr
from US$27
Wed30 Apr
from US$34
Thu1 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid-Chamartin
    Operated by: RENFE AlviaRENFE Alvia
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid-Chamartin
    Operated by: RENFE AlviaRENFE Alvia
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid-Chamartin
    Operated by: RENFE AlviaRENFE Alvia
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid-Chamartin
    Operated by: RENFE AlviaRENFE Alvia
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 April at
    Departure city: Santander
    Departure location: Santander
    Arrival time: 25 April at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid-Chamartin
    Operated by: RENFE AlviaRENFE Alvia
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Santander to Madrid: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$43
Average train trip duration4h 16m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure06:48
Distance206 miles
Latest train departure19:00

Santander to Madrid Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santander - Madrid

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Santander to Madrid cost?

    The average train ticket price from Santander to Madrid is US$43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santander to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Santander to Madrid?

    A train trip between Santander and Madrid is around 4h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 211 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Santander and Madrid?

    The number of trains from Santander to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Santander to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
22/04
US$61
23/04
US$41
Today
US$41
25/04
US$34
26/04
US$41
27/04
US$34
28/04
US$34
29/04
US$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santander to Madrid was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santander to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$90 for a train ticket from Santander to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$27, which is on 2025-04-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Santander and Madrid is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Madrid.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Madrid, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Santander and Madrid, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Santander to Madrid and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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