The cheapest and fastest trains from Cuenca to Santander
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
6 h 1 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cuenca to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cuenca to Santander will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cuenca for Santander on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 1 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Cuenca to Santander train times
The table below shows live departures for Cuenca to Santander trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:03 AM Cuenca | 6h01 | 4:04 PM Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cuenca to Santander
Trains from Cuenca to Santander run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 17:02. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 6h 1m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 1m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 17:02 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Cuenca to Santander trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Cuenca and Santander from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cuenca to Santander
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cuenca to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cuenca to Santander
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available with several spaces for cars.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for high-speed trains to Madrid and Valencia
- Bus: Line L1 connects the station with the city center
- Taxi services available
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