Day trip from Gijón to Santander
Santander lies 150 km (93 mi) east of Gijón, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 150 km (93 mi) apart, Santander is a realistic day trip from Gijón: about 2 h 26 min each way by road.
| Gijón | Santander | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 271,780 | 173,635 |
| Elevation | 22 m (72 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 33200–33691 | 39001–39080 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Santander
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Staying in Santander
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Common questions
How far is Santander from Gijón?
150 km (93 mi) in a straight line, east of Gijón; by road roughly 183 km (114 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gijón to Santander by road?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gijón and Santander?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.