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How to travel from Santander to Salamanca by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Santander to Salamanca? Look no further.
You'll usually find 6 trains per day running between Santander and Salamanca, which usually take 7 hours 59 minutes to complete the 316 km journey. It can take as little as 6 hours 14 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Salamanca from Santander, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Santander to Salamanca if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $45.90. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Santander to Salamanca by train
It takes an average of 7h 59m to travel from Santander to Salamanca by train, over a distance of around 196 miles (316 km). There are normally 6 trains per day traveling from Santander to Salamanca and tickets for this journey start from $45.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 6:48 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 7:00 pm | |
| Departure station | Santander | |
| Arrival station | Salamanca | |
| Journey time | From 6h 14m | |
| Distance | 196 miles (316 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $45.90 | |
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What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Santander to Salamanca?
Want to know more about your journey from Santander to Salamanca? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Santander to Salamanca?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.