Santander to Lisbon by train

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Overview: trains from Santander to Lisbon

Find the key information for travelling by train from Santander to Lisbon, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 09:10 View journey
Last train 19:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 13hr 20m View journey
Distance (km) 692
Trains / day 2 View all
Cheapest journey AU$56.86 View journey
Avg journey time 17hr 16m
Train operators 4

Travelling by train from Santander to Lisbon

Ready to travel from Santander to Lisbon by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Cost of train tickets between Santander and Lisbon

The cheapest train tickets from Santander to Lisbon start at AU$56.51. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Santander to Lisbon is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 3 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train times for travel from Santander to Lisbon

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 09:10 and the last departure is 19:00. On weekends, the first train departs at 09:10 and the last train leaves at 19:00. On average, a total of 2 trains make this journey each day.

Santander to Lisbon train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 692 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 13 hours and 20 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Santander and Lisbon?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Santander and Lisbon 3 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Maximising your travels to Lisbon

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Lisbon.

FAQs about the train journey from Santander to Lisbon

Want to know more about your journey from Santander to Lisbon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Santander to Lisbon is 692 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.