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Museo Etnográfico del Oriente de Asturias de Porrúa
Nearby ethnographic museum in Porrúa showing rural life, tools, and traditions from eastern Asturias in preserved historic buildings.
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
2 h 22 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Llanes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Llanes will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santander for Llanes on Fri, Aug 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 14 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 22 m .
On Fri, Aug 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
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71852Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Llanes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€8 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Llanes:
A bus is €0.43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander to Llanes costing on average €8.
Other travel options to Llanes take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Tickets start at around €8 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €7. The journey takes 2h 24m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Llanes trains for tomorrow, Friday, August 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
71850 | On time 8:29 AM Santander station | 2h22 | 10:51 AM Llanes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
71852 | 3:28 PM Santander station | 2h24 | 5:52 PM Llanes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Santander to Llanes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:29, the last at 17:59. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 8:29 AM |
Last train 5:59 PM |
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Discover the best of Llanes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Llanes trip today.
Nearby ethnographic museum in Porrúa showing rural life, tools, and traditions from eastern Asturias in preserved historic buildings.
Municipal museum introducing Llanes' local history, archaeology, and maritime culture in the historic center.
Traditional schoolhouse museum in a nearby village, evoking classroom life and education in Asturias across earlier generations.
Scenic town beach beside the old quarter, loved for its setting, ease of access, and views of Llanes' waterfront and cliffs.
Seafront promenade connecting key coastal sights, ideal for a relaxed walk with harbor views, public art, and Atlantic breezes.
Historic core of narrow streets, old houses, and lively squares that best reveals Llanes' medieval layout and everyday atmosphere.
Asturian blue cheese made in nearby Cabrales. Intense and creamy, it is a regional classic often served with bread or cider.
Asturian fabada is a slow-cooked bean stew with fabes, chorizo and morcilla. Hearty and iconic, it is a staple of local traditional cooking.
Cachopo is breaded beef stuffed with ham and cheese, then fried. A beloved Asturian specialty, often shared because of its large size.
Traditional Asturian restaurant known for seafood, rice dishes and regional classics in a polished but relaxed setting near the harbor.
Well-known sidrería serving Asturian dishes, cider and generous portions in a lively, casual atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Established seafood-focused dining with refined presentation, local fish and shellfish, and a more elegant atmosphere for a special meal.
Moderate for northern Spain. Dining is fair value, local transit is limited but cheap, and summer accommodation in this resort town can raise overall trip costs.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Llanes 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 Llanes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santander to Llanes trains use the Santander to Llanes station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Llanes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Santander has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Santander.
ATMs are available at Santander.
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Llanes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Llanes.
ATMs are available at Llanes.
Available at Llanes: Taxis, WC.
Available at Llanes: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Llanes.
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