- Must visit
Centro Botín
Leading modern and contemporary art center by Renzo Piano, renowned for exhibitions, architecture, and exceptional bay views.
Cheapest price
Kč1523
Average price
Kč2260
Fastest journey
10 h 14 m
Average duration
10 h 23 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Santander will cost around Kč2260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč1523.
Of the 24 buses that leave Porto for Santander on Mon, Aug 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 10 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 14 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 10 h 29 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from Kč724. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč724, and a flight costs an average of Kč1390.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
Kč1282 Average price Cheapest | Kč6007 Average price | Kč2599 Average price | Kč2866 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 58m Average total duration 17h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m 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 Porto to Santander:
A bus is Kč1317 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Santander costing on average Kč2599.
A bus is Kč4725 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Santander costing on average Kč6007.
Other travel options to Santander take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 46m.
Train takes on average 17h 28m.
Tickets start at around Kč1282 compared to roughly Kč2866 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč1584. The journey takes 10h 46m versus 5h 51m 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 FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 10h29 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1419 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1523 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 10h29 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1523 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1523 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1523 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč1212 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč1264 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč912 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2268 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2239 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2239 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1505 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price Kč1317 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2887 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2887 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2268 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč2250 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2239 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč2250 |
Operator Autna | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price Kč2239 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč2043 |
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Santander buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 19h00 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 10h29 | 5:59 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 11h45 | 7:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
4505 | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 10h29 | 5:59 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 10h29 | 5:59 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 19h00 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 10h14 | 5:59 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 18h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 11h30 | 7:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 18h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 6:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 10h14 | 5:59 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 10h45 | 6:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 10h45 | 6:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 17h15 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:30 AM Porto, Casa da Música | 17h00 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:45 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 16h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 8:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 16h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 16h00 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 15h30 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:15 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 14h15 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:30 AM Porto, Casa da Música | 14h00 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 13h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:45 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 13h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 11:45 AM Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) | 13h45 | 2:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Porto to Santander run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč724 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 293 miles (472 km) distance in 10h 14m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč724 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 14m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Santander — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santander trip today.
Leading modern and contemporary art center by Renzo Piano, renowned for exhibitions, architecture, and exceptional bay views.
Excellent maritime museum covering Cantabrian seafaring, ecology, fishing, and naval history with aquariums and family-friendly displays.
Art museum focused on Cantabrian and Spanish painting, offering a compact but rewarding overview in a central historic setting.
Iconic peninsula park with palace grounds, beaches, mini-zoo area, and scenic walking routes. One of Santander’s essential outings.
Elegant seafront promenade linking gardens, monuments, and bay views. Ideal for a first walk through central Santander.
Dramatic headland viewpoint with cliffs, lighthouse scenery, and walking trails. A favorite for sunsets and Atlantic panoramas.
Cantabrian anchovies cured in salt or olive oil. Santander is famous for high-quality bocarte landed on this coast and served as a prized tapa.
Fresh hake with green sauce, usually with garlic, parsley, fish stock, peas and clams. A classic northern coastal dish tied to local fishing traditions.
Mountain stew from Cantabria with white beans, collard greens and pork products. Hearty inland cooking that is iconic across the region.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal Cantabrian products. Elegant setting and creative tasting menus with strong local identity.
Well-known dining room specializing in grilled fish and Cantabrian seafood. Smart but relaxed atmosphere with a strong local reputation.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Santander cooking. Traditional atmosphere near the seafront.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.

Most Porto to Santander buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Santander, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander. Use this guide to compare Porto and Santander bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.
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