4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Alicante
Cheapest price
€61
Average price
€157
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
22 h 23 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
634 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Alicante will cost around €157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €61.
Of the 3 buses that leave Santander for Alicante on Sat, Dec 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct buses cover the 634 km distance in an average of 22 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 17 h 25 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 train, bus, and flight for Santander to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 634 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€84 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price | €254 Average price |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santander to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Alicante buses for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 41h20 | 11:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| BILMAN | 6:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 12h40 | 6:55 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, December 20 | |||||
| 4:15 AM Santander | 13h05 | 5:20 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Santander to Alicante
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Buses from Santander to Alicante run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €61 but you can travel from only €40 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 634 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 634 km |
Average bus duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €61 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 20:10 |
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Jimenez from Santander to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Santander to Alicante with Bilman Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Jimenez for as low as €40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Santander, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander, Santander and Santander, Estación de Autobuses. When arriving in Alicante, you can end your trip in coach stations like Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses), Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant - Terminal 2.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander, which is located around 4.9 miles (7.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alicante, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses), located 7.6 miles (12.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Alicante
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: C6
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