The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto to Santander
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€52
Fastest journey
10 h 29 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Santander will cost around €52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 3 buses that leave Porto for Santander on Fri, Jan 30, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 13 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Porto to Santander
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 472 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €294 Average price |
11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Porto to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Santander buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM Porto | 14h30 | 6:30 AM Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 30 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Porto | 10h45 | 4:45 PM Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Porto | 10h29 | 6:44 PM Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Porto | 13h15 | 11:15 PM Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Porto to Santander
Buses from Porto to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 472 km distance in 10h 14m.
Distance 472 km |
Average bus duration 11h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 14m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autna from Porto to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Porto to Santander with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Autna for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Autna
FAQs: Bus from Porto to Santander
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Autna
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without restrictions.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Porto to Santander
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetaria Terminal (in the station)
- Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km)
- Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 205, 206, 207 Metro: A, B, C, E Train: Urban, Regional
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 23 Train: FEVE
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