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Explore cheap prices from Madrid to Santander

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid to Santander, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
52,08 €
19:0823:28
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52,08 €
To155.
Cheapest train of the day
34,70 €
07:4512:06
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34,70 €
Pe165.
Cheapest train of the day
34,70 €
07:4512:06
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34,70 €
La175.
Cheapest train of the day
52,08 €
19:0823:28
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52,08 €
Su185.
Cheapest train of the day
40,47 €
19:0823:28
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40,47 €
Ma195.
Cheapest train of the day
40,47 €
07:4512:06
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40,47 €
Ti205.
Cheapest train of the day
43,79 €
07:4512:06
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43,79 €
Ke215.
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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

Madrid to Santander Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Santander? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 34,70 €, with the average price for this route being around 111,05 €. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • To, 15. 5.
    From 52,08 €
  • Pe, 16. 5.
    From 34,70 €
  • La, 17. 5.
    From 34,70 €
  • Su, 18. 5.
    From 52,08 €
  • Ma, 19. 5.
    From 40,47 €
  • Ti, 20. 5.
    From 40,47 €
  • Ke, 21. 5.
    From 43,79 €
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:45
Madrid-Chamartín
12:06
Santander
4h 21m, Directrenfe
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07:51
Madrid-Chamartín
13:43
Santander
5h 52m, Changes requiredrenfe
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13:40
Madrid-Chamartín
18:04
Santander
4h 24m, Directrenfe
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17:30
Madrid-Chamartín
22:29
Santander
4h 59m, Changes requiredIntercitrenfe
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19:08
Madrid-Chamartín
23:28
Paris
4h 20m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Santander Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid to Santander typically costs from 34,70 €. The journey averages 4h 20m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 340 km. Intercit, renfe generally offers 5 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:45
Last train
Last train
19:08
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 20m
Distance
Distance
340 km
Price
Price
From 34,70 €
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Santander

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Santander Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Santander, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Santander Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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