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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Santander
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Santander will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 20 buses that leave Madrid for Santander on Mon, Nov 17, 19 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 339 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Santander
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 339 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€50 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €268 Average price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h50 | 12:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h35 | 12:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h45 | 3:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h30 | 3:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h30 | 5:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 5:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h45 | 9:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h40 | 8:20 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Supra Economy | 11:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 6h00 | 5:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h45 | 5:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Santander
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Buses from Madrid to Santander run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €22 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 339 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 339 km |
Average bus duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Santander with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Santander
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 Madrid, Avenida de América, which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 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 Madrid to Santander
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
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