Madrid to Santander bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Santander

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Cheapest

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

BlaBlaCar
06:00PM4h20
Madrid
10:20PMSantander
$301One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
05:00PM4h20
Madrid
09:20PMSantander
$301One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
07:00AM5h10
Madrid
12:10PMSantander
$301One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
07:00AM4h10
Madrid
11:10AMSantander
$331One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
02:30PM4h20
Madrid
06:50PMSantander
$331One-way
0 transfers

Madrid to Santander bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, October 14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Alsa Supra12:30AM Madrid6h00 06:30AM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra12:45AM Madrid5h45 06:30AM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa08:00AM Madrid5h50 01:50PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa08:15AM Madrid5h35 01:50PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa01:00PM Madrid5h30 06:30PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa01:15PM Madrid5h15 06:30PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra03:00PM Madrid5h30 08:30PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa Supra03:15PM Madrid5h15 08:30PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa04:30PM Madrid5h45 10:15PM Santander0 transfersDirect
FlixBus04:40PM Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 8317h10 09:50AM Santander1 transfer
Alsa04:45PM Madrid5h30 10:15PM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa06:30PM Madrid5h30 12:00AM Santander0 transfersDirect
Alsa06:45PM Madrid5h15 12:00AM Santander0 transfersDirect
FlixBus11:00PM Madrid19h50 06:50PM Santander1 transfer
FlixBus11:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 8319h20 06:50PM Santander1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Madrid to Santander?

The best time to book your bus from Madrid to Santander is 91 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Madrid to Santander route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Santander per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Madrid to Santander.

Bus times from Madrid to Santander

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

5 h 15 m

Average

8 h 12 m

Buses per day

15

Distance

339 km

Of the 15 buses that leave Madrid for Santander every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Alsa
06:45PM5h15
Madrid
12:00AMSantander
$501One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Alsa Supra
03:15PM5h15
Madrid
08:30PMSantander
$541One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Alsa
01:15PM5h15
Madrid
06:30PMSantander
$501One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Alsa
01:00PM5h30
Madrid
06:30PMSantander
$501One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Alsa
06:30PM5h30
Madrid
12:00AMSantander
$501One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Madrid to Santander

distanceDistance210 miles (339 km)
durationAverage bus duration4 h 25 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$64 (€55)
frequencyBus frequency4 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 3 direct buses a day
carriersBus providersAlsa or Alsa Supra

Buses from Madrid to Santander cover the 210 miles (339 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 25 min with our travel partners like Alsa or Alsa Supra. Normally, there are 4 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $64 (€55), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $44 (€37). Travelers depart most frequently from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and arrive in Santander, Estación de Autobuses.

Bus companies: Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar from Madrid to Santander

You can travel by bus from Madrid to Santander with Alsa, Alsa Supra and BlaBlaCar for as low as $24 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.

Alsa from Madrid to Santander bus information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: $24
  • Alsa frequency: 4 a day

Buses Madrid to Santander

Bus trips through Spain are a great way to see as much of the country as possible and travel at very low cost. Especially for travellers with a lot of luggage, the bus option is usually the cheapest way to get from one place to another. Those who want to get from Madrid to the north coast of Spain can use the bus Madrid - Santander. The cities are about 400 kilometres apart, which takes about 5 hours by buses. Several buses travel this route every day, so travellers can travel from the capital to the north at many times.

Which bus companies operate from Madrid to Santander?

For the Madrid - Santander bus connection, the Spanish company ALSA offers all the services. ALSA is by far the largest bus tour operator in Spain. Travellers have been able to travel between cities in the country on ALSA buses for more than 60 years.

How long does the bus ride from Madrid to Santander?

take?

The direct journey from Madrid to Santander by buses takes about 5 to 6 hours. For all connections with a stopover, part of the route is covered by train, offered by Renfe or Renfe AVE. In most cases you will first take the train to Palencia and from there take the buses to Santander. Travellers must allow at least 7 hours for this connection.

How often can you travel by bus from Madrid to Santander?

The route between Madrid and Santander is the easiest way to get from the capital to the north coast of Spain. Therefore at least 20 connections between the two cities are offered daily. The first buses in Madrid usually leave very early in the morning. The last buses, on the other hand, run in the evening.

Bus stations on the route Madrid - Santander?

At which bus station does the bus depart from in Madrid? ALSA's buses depart from in Madrid either at the airport or at the bus station Madrid Interc. Av América. The airport is about 12 kilometres from the city centre, while the bus station is in the city centre. Renfe trains also depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in Santander? In Santander all buses arrive at the bus station at Plaza Estaciones. The bus station is located directly at the harbour and very centrally in the city centre. From here, travellers can either take a taxi or even walk, depending on where their hotel is or where they want to go next.

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Santander

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to Santander with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Santander.
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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Santander can start from as little as $44 (€37) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to Santander is $64 (€55); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time between Madrid and Santander is on average 4 h 25 min   for the 210 mile (339 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Madrid to Santander by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Madrid to Santander leaves at 6: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Madrid to Santander leaves at 9: 30 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Madrid to Santander without having to change trains with Alsa or Alsa Supra. There are 3 direct buses from Madrid to Santander each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Madrid to Santander bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Alsa or Alsa Supra. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services to Santander from Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), which is located around 10 miles (16.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Santander, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Santander from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Madrid to Santander by bus is December.
You have options as you can travel from Madrid to Santander 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

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