The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 3 buses that leave Santander station for Madrid Chamartín on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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, train, and flight for Santander station to Madrid Chamartín
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín 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. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 332 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €168 Average price |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santander station to Madrid Chamartín bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander station to Madrid Chamartín buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h30 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Santander station | 5h30 | 5:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Santander station to Madrid Chamartín by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Santander station to Madrid Chamartín buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín
Buses from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 332 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 332 km |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra, FlixBus from Santander station to Madrid ChamartínYou can travel by bus between Santander station to Madrid Chamartín with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra, FlixBus for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander station to Madrid Chamartín 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 Madrid Chamartín, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.




