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Madrid to Santander Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Madrid to Santander? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at KWD 12.120, with the average cost for this route around KWD 15.560. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 16.170
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 12.120
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 12.120
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 16.170
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 12.120
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 18.190
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 12.120
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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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17:00
Madrid-Chamartín
22:29
Santander
5h 29m, Changes requiredrenfe
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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

Train tickets from Madrid to Santander generally start at KWD 12.120. The journey typically takes around 4h 20m and covers a distance of approximately 212 miles. Intercit, renfe usually operates 6 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult 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
212 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 12.120
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

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 Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

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.

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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Santander

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Santander Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid to Santander, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid to Santander Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes 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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