The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Porto
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€59
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 17
10 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
17 h 33 m
Buses on Sep 17
5
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Porto will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 buses from Santander to Porto, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 17 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 23 h 14 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.
Normal · Normal · Normal12:00 PM19h14Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal8:00 AM23h14Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal10:30 AM20h44Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
FlixBus9:25 AM10h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses7:15 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€851One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal11:45 AM13h44Santander, Estación de Autobuses12:29 AMMaia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)€851One-way1 transfer
FlixBus9:25 AM10h50Santander, Estación de Autobuses7:15 PMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€851One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal11:45 AM13h44Santander, Estación de Autobuses12:29 AMMaia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)€851One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal · Normal12:00 PM19h14Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal10:30 AM20h44Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal8:00 AM23h14Santander, Estación de Autobuses6:14 AMPorto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã€591One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Porto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, while a flight costs an average of €191.
Distance: 472 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price | €112 Average price | €102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 30h 19m Average total duration 29h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Porto:
A bus is €52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander to Porto costing on average €112.
A bus is €132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Porto costing on average €191.
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 46m.
Train takes on average 29h 49m.
Live departures
Santander to Porto bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Porto buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 23h14 | 6:14 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 10h50 | 7:15 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 20h44 | 6:14 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h44 | 12:29 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 19h14 | 6:14 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 2 transfers |
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Compare prices and tickets Santander to Porto by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Santander to Porto buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Porto.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santander to Porto.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Porto.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santander to Porto.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Porto
Buses from Santander to Porto run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €32 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 472 km distance in 10h 14m.
Distance 472 km |
Average bus duration 9h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 14m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte from Santander to PortoYou can travel by bus between Santander to Porto with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Internorte 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 Porto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Porto 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 Porto, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Porto
Most Santander to Porto buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro). Use this guide to compare Santander and Porto bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do buses from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã bus station facilities and services
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
Getting to Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) from Porto city centre
Getting to Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro from Porto city centre
Most popular bus connections from Santander
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