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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Santander
- Tailor your time in Santander exactly to your needs and preferences by renting a car and gaining maximum flexibility. Santander is nestled at the northern coast and invites visitors to explore not only the beautiful city, but also the surrounding beaches, villages, or a trip to the next bigger city, Bilbao, which is a 1-hour car ride away.
- Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is a mere 4 miles from Santander center and hosts its own car hire center onsite, including companies like Hertz, Alamo, or Europcar. The easiest way to and from the airport to Santander is by car, so pick up your vehicle directly from there and be in the city in less than 15 minutes via the S-10.
- Driving in and around Santander should be a pleasant experience mostly, as the road conditions are primarily great in Spain and there are only a few toll roads that are marked with a “P” after the “A”, which designates freeways (example AP-15) -- but they are not in Santander’s vicinity. In Santander it is also common to flash the headlights before passing on the freeway; this is not considered a sign of annoyance, but a form of communicating what they are about to do.
- Despite the relaxed and laid-back atmosphere prevailing mostly on the roads in and around Santander, there are daily hours with increased traffic. In the mornings, it is usually between 7 and 9 am and in the evenings between 5 and 9 pm. As Santander is a highly frequented vacation destination, traffic also usually increases during the summer, especially around the beach areas.
- Book your rental car in Santander at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini rental cars in Santander are around 74% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Santander
What type of car is recommended for driving in Santander?
As Santander has a very old town, many streets are very narrow and a smaller car will be easier to navigate through them. Petrolis also very expensive in Europe, so driving a compact car will mean lower expenses. Bear in mind that renting an automatic car may cost extra, as stick shifts are still commonly used in Spain.
What’s the speed limit in Santander?
Speed limits in Spain are posted on the right-hand side of the street and are always in kilometers per hour. In built-up areas, 50 km/h (31 mph) is the permitted speed, with 90 km/h (55 mph) on secondary rural roads and 120 km/h (74 mph) on freeways. In some of the narrower parts in Santander, only 20-30 km/h (12-18 mph) is allowed.
Where are the best places to park in Santander?
On-street parking in Santander is metered in most places and is indicated with a blue curb line. Usually there is a time limit of 2 hours or less. Parking lots are a good alternative for travelers who are staying longer, such as the Alfonso XIII or the Parking Plaza Esperanza, which costs about €16 per day ($18).
How much is gas price in Santander?
The average gas price in Santander is 22.99 ﷼ per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between 276 ﷼ and 368 ﷼, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Santander?
Mini (Volkswagen up! or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santander.
How can I find car rentals near me in Santander?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Santander?
A Mini car rental in Santander costs 54 ﷼ per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Santander?
A Compact car rental in Santander costs 69 ﷼ per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Santander?
An Economy car rental in Santander costs 103 ﷼ per day, on average.
Santander car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Goldcar Rental SP
8.0
Very good
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8.0
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8.0
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Santander
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Calle Cliper 8 y Galera 55, Polígono de Raos
+34 918 34 14 00
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Intermediate SUV
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Very good
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Santander
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Estacion De Tren
+34 942 22 29 26
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Hertz
7.9
Good
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7.9
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.9
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Santander
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C Gerardo De Alvear Sn
+34 667 87 32 10
Santander Airport
+34 942 25 41 44
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Alamo
10.0
Wonderful
One location in Santander
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Enterprise Rent-a-car
+34 942 22 29 26
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Budget
8.0
Very good
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Renfe Estacion
+34 942 227 025
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keddy by Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
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Aeropuerto De Santander Parayas
34 0 942262546
Feve - Estacion De Tren Plaza De Las Estaciones
+34 942 217 817
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Av Parayas 0
+34 971 08 49 16
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15 Goldcar Eugenio Lopez Doriga Street, Shop 2
+1 800 225 4369
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Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport
+34 933 93 61 32
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Plaza De Las Estaciones
+34 942 227 025
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Feve - Estacion De Tren
+34 942 217 817
Parayas Aeropuerto
+34 911 50 50 00
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Avenida Parayas, 34
+34 649 76 82 91
Plaza de las Estaciones
+34 942 33 19 33
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Plaza de las Estaciones, 1
+34 680 73 29 69
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Santander Airport
+34 942 25 41 44
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Enterprise Rent-a-car
+34 942 22 29 26
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Av Parayas 0 Cantabria
+34 902 360 636
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Santander Airport
+34 942 25 41 44
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a rental car in Santander
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Santander car rental information
| Pick-up location | Santander |
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| Car types | |
| Rental locations | 31 |
| Airport locations | 14 |