The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Valencia
Cheapest price
£93
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
528 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Valencia will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £93.
To travel from Santander to Valencia you need to make at least one change.
04142+
0620213:588h41Santander station22:39Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla£931One-way1 change
04142+
0619213:587h26Santander station21:24Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla£1061One-way1 change
04142+
0619213:587h26Santander station21:24Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla£1061One-way1 change
04142+
0620213:588h41Santander station22:39Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla£931One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Santander to Valencia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 528 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£65 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £339 Average Price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santander to Valencia train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Valencia trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04142+ 06202 | 13:58 Santander station | 8h41 | 22:39 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 change | |
04142+ 06192 | 13:58 Santander station | 7h26 | 21:24 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Santander to Valencia by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Valencia
Trains from Santander to Valencia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £65 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 17:17. The fastest train covers the 528 km distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 528 km |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £65 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 17:17 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Valencia trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Valencia from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santander to Valencia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Valencia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Valencia
Most Santander to Valencia trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Valencia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Valencia station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla from Valencia city centre
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla train station facilities and services
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 23:59. Information desks are located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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