Tarragona to Santander train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Tarragona to Santander by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Tarragona to Santander take around 7 hours and 33 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 492 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Tarragona is scheduled to depart at around  06:38. The last departure is usually at around 23:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Tarragona at around 08:04, with the last train leaving at around 23:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$147.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Santander, 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 Santander.

Is there a direct train from Tarragona to Santander?

The journey between Tarragona and Santander usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Tarragona to Santander 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 Tarragona to Santander?

The Tarragona to Santander train travel takes about 7 hours and 33 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Tarragona to Santander train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Santander leaving Tarragona at around 06:38 and the last train leaving at around 23:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Tarragona at around 08:04, with the final departure at 23:14.