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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
122.87 BYN
07:4512:06
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122.87 BYN
Wed3Dec
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122.87 BYN
07:4512:06
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122.87 BYN
Thu4Dec
Cheapest train of the day
143.45 BYN
07:4512:06
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143.45 BYN
Fri5Dec
Cheapest train of the day
122.87 BYN
19:0823:28
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122.87 BYN
Sat6Dec
Cheapest train of the day
143.45 BYN
19:0823:28
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143.45 BYN
Sun7Dec
Cheapest train of the day
193.79 BYN
07:2013:43
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193.79 BYN
Mon8Dec
Cheapest train of the day
127.84 BYN
19:0823:28
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127.84 BYN
Tue9Dec
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Madrid to Santander train timetable

Planning a trip from Madrid to Santander? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as 122.87 BYN, with the average fare for this route being approximately 153.41 BYN. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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07:45
4h 5m, Direct
Madrid-Chamartín
11:50
Santander
renfe
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07:45
4h 21m, Direct
Madrid-Chamartín
12:06
Santander
RENFE
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07:51
5h 52m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
13:43
Santander
RENFE
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13:40
4h 7m, Direct
Madrid-Chamartín
17:47
Santander
renfe
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13:40
4h 24m, Direct
Madrid-Chamartín
18:04
Santander
RENFE
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17:30
4h 59m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
22:29
Paris
RENFE
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Madrid to Santander Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid to Santander typically costs from 122.87 BYN. The journey averages 4h 4m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 340 km. renfe, RENFE generally offers 8 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 4m
Distance
Distance
340 km
Price
Price
From 122.87 BYN
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Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Santander

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

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy 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

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

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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