How much is the train ticket from Santander to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Santander to Madrid start from R 639. The average price for this train route is around R 769. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Santander to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Santander to Madrid is 4h 16m, covering a distance of 333 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Santander to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santander to Madrid?

The earliest train from Santander to Madrid departs at 13:58. And the latest train departs at 19:00.

Train Santander to Madrid from R 574

Next train departures

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	16:00	Santander	4h 31m	20:31	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	13:58	Santander	4h 16m	18:14	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	19:00	Santander	4h 24m	23:24	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:11 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Santander to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 321, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day

4h 30mAverage duration

339 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 703 - R 2 630	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 639 - R 1 898	Average duration4h 16m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 321 - R 872	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Santander and Madrid?

Santander

A
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
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Madrid

A
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

Based on 944 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 639

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santander to Madrid by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Santander to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Santander to Madrid start from R 639. The average price for this train route is around R 769. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santander to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Santander to Madrid is 4h 16m, covering a distance of 333 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 16m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Santander to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santander to Madrid?
The earliest train from Santander to Madrid departs at 13:58. And the latest train departs at 19:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

28/01

R 592

29/01

R 714

Today

R 711

31/01

R 600

01/02

R 586

02/02

R 586

03/02

R 598

04/02

R 592

The cheapest trip from Santander to Madrid was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 586

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 R 586 to R 1 255 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 R 586, which is on 2026-02-02.