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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€72
Fastest journey
8 h 33 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Barcelona will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 19 buses that leave Santander for Barcelona on Sun, Nov 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 33 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 8 h 59 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 Santander to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 train costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 541 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €194 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest |
13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - 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
Santander to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Barcelona buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 9:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal+03991 | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 8h33 | 9:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Normal+03203 | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h48 | 10:48 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal+03931 | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 7h58 | 8:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h10 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
| Normal | 7:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 5:30 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 5:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Barcelona
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Buses from Santander to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €23 by train.
There are 5 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 12h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 02:20 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Santander to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Barcelona
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- 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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