The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€49
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
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 €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
Of the 2 buses that leave Santander for Barcelona on Sat, Feb 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 541 km distance in an average of 12 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 18 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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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 bus with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. 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 €46, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 541 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price Cheapest | €117 Average price | €72 Average price |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m 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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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, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ 03143 | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h49 | 4:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 03305 | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 11h14 | 6:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 10h20 | 5:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 03163 | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 11h44 | 6:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ 00631 | 11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h40 | 8:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ 03373 | 11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h11 | 8:11 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ 03183 | 11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 9h49 | 8:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h10 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
![]() | 5:30 AM Santander | 10h50 | 4:20 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Barcelona
Buses from Santander to Barcelona run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €32 by flight.
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 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Buses per day 8 |
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 €32. 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Barcelona
- 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
- 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
- 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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