- Must visit
Centro Botín
Contemporary art center on the waterfront, designed by Renzo Piano. It is one of Santander’s signature cultural attractions and hosts major exhibitions and rooftop views.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burgos to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgos to Santander will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 8 buses that leave Burgos for Santander on Thu, May 28, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
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Supra EconomyOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Burgos to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Burgos to Santander:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burgos to Santander costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Santander take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $33 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $12 (€10). The journey takes 2h 30m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
The table below shows live departures for Burgos to Santander buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 9:30 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 12:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Supra Economy | 3:45 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 6:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 1:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 4:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 2:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 7:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 6:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 10:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Burgos to Santander run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Santander — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santander trip today.
Contemporary art center on the waterfront, designed by Renzo Piano. It is one of Santander’s signature cultural attractions and hosts major exhibitions and rooftop views.
A leading maritime museum focused on the Bay of Biscay, marine life, navigation, and Cantabrian fishing heritage. Good choice for families and local history fans.
Santander’s main fine arts museum, with collections spanning historic to contemporary works. Central, manageable, and a strong local cultural stop.
Scenic peninsula combining sea views, palace grounds, beaches, and walking paths. One of the best overall areas to explore in Santander.
Central waterfront gardens beside the bay and Centro Botín. A classic promenade area and one of the city’s most pleasant urban spaces.
Dramatic coastal headland with cliffs, walking routes, and sweeping Atlantic views. Highly popular for photos, sunsets, and open-air walks.
Lightly battered fried squid rings, a classic Santander tapa especially popular for aperitivo near the seafront.
Rich buttery sponge cakes from nearby Valles Pasiegos, one of Cantabria's best-known traditional sweets.
A dense baked dessert made with fresh cheese or curd, eggs, sugar, and lemon, traditional across Cantabria.
Established fine-dining restaurant known for modern Cantabrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Well-known central Santander restaurant and bar, famous for refined Cantabrian dishes, seafood, and a lively upscale atmosphere.
Historic traditional restaurant with classic regional cooking, strong wine list, and old-Santander character.
Generally moderate by Spanish standards: good value for set lunches and coffee, while seaside dining and summer stays cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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