Santander to San Sebastián by train
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Travelling from Santander to San Sebastián by train
Want to know how to get from Santander to San Sebastián by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Santander to San Sebastián take around 6 hours and 49 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 149 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Santander is scheduled to depart at around 06:48. The last departure is usually at around 19:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Santander at around 06:55, with the last train leaving at around 20:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 13 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$58.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit San Sebastián, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to San Sebastián.
Is there a direct train from Santander to San Sebastián?
The journey between Santander and San Sebastián usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Santander to San Sebastián every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Santander to San Sebastián?
The Santander to San Sebastián train travel takes about 6 hours and 49 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Santander to San Sebastián train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to San Sebastián leaving Santander at around 06:48 and the last train leaving at around 19:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Santander at around 06:55, with the final departure at 20:20.
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