Santiago de Compostela to Santander bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago de Compostela to Santander

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€63
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€63
Fastest journey on Nov 04
8 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
8 h 53 m
Buses on Nov 04
2
Distance
390 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 buses from Santiago de Compostela to Santander, including 2 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 390 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 9 h 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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    0 transfers
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    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Santander

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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Santander run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 17:45. The fastest bus covers the 390 km distance in 7h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
390 km
Average bus duration
8h 52m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
7h 15m
First bus
3:00 AM
Last bus
5:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Santiago de Compostela to Santander trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.

Cheap coach tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Santander can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santiago de Compostela to Santander is €55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander leaves at 3:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander leaves at 5:45 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Santiago de Compostela to Santander with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Santiago de Compostela to Santander bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Santander buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Alsa3:30 PM Santiago de Compostela
9h00
12:30 AM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa4:30 PM Santiago de Compostela
9h00
1:30 AM Santander0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
AlsaNormal9:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
8h45
5:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Santiago de Compostela to Santander buses with Omio?

Alsa operates all buses services from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
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Bus providers: Alsa from Santiago de Compostela to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela to Santander with Alsa for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€10
Alsa frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Santiago de Compostela and Santander

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Santander. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santiago de Compostela and Santander and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander for coach company Alsa.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santiago de Compostela to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa.

FAQs: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Santander

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santiago de Compostela and Santander including taking a train, bus, and flight.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Santiago de Compostela to Santander

Most Santiago de Compostela to Santander buses use the Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses to Santander, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santiago de Compostela and Santander bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Santiago de Compostela
Arrival bus stations in Santander
Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses
City-centre transport

Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses from Santiago de Compostela city centre

BusGonselle · 24m · €1
Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de CastroSantiago-Rosalía de Castro Arpt (SCQ), Lavacolla S/N, 15820, La Coruña, SpainWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro from Santiago de Compostela city centre

Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro is 10 km from Santiago de Compostela city centre. Public transport options include:

BusSantiago-Burela · 12m · €2
6A · 15m · €1 · every ~4 min
6A · 24m · €1 · every ~4 min
Shuttle15m · €48

Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro bus station facilities and services

Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi is available within the station. ATMs are available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Santiago de Compostela, Aeropuerto de Santiago - Rosalía de Castro: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.

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