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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Santander
Cheapest price
€43
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
14 h 39 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Santander will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
Of the 5 buses that leave Barcelona for Santander on Mon, Nov 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 14 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 h 10 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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Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Barcelona to Santander
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 541 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€119 Average price Cheapest | €186 Average price |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Santander buses for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal | 2:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h15 | 12:15 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 34h10 | 8:20 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Santander
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Buses from Barcelona to Santander run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 541 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 541 km |
Average bus duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Agreda, FlixBus from Barcelona to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Santander with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Agreda, FlixBus for as low as €52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Santander
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Santander by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Santander, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Santander
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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