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Santander to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Santander to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as QAR 146.10, with average prices for this route around QAR 227.29. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 243.53
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 219.22
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From QAR 170.36
  • Wed, Jun 25
    From QAR 146.10
  • Thu, Jun 26
    From QAR 194.92
  • Fri, Jun 27
    From QAR 219.22
  • Sat, Jun 28
    From QAR 195.11
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07:14
Santander
12:52
Madrid-Chamartín
5h 38m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:14
Santander
13:51
Madrid-Chamartín
6h 37m, Changes requiredrenfe
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13:55
Santander
17:55
Madrid-Chamartín
4h 0m, Directrenfe
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13:58
Santander
18:14
Madrid-Chamartín
4h 16m, Directrenfe
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16:27
Santander
21:11
Madrid-Chamartín
4h 44m, Changes requiredrenfe
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16:27
Santander
21:40
Paris
5h 13m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Santander to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Santander to Madrid, train tickets usually start at QAR 146.10. The trip takes about 4h 0m on average, covering around 212 miles. renfe typically runs 10 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:48
Last train
Last train
19:00
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 0m
Distance
Distance
212 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 146.10
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

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.

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 Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

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 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 Santander to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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.

Santander to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Santander to Madrid, 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.

Santander to Madrid 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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