- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Alicante will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 24 buses from Santander to Alicante, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 634 km distance in an average of 12 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 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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Buses from Santander to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 393 miles (634 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 393 miles (634 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santander to Alicante.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Bilman Bus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 45h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator Bilman Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Alicante buses for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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BILMAN | 7:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 12h40 | 7:55 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Supra Economy · Normal | 12:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h50 | 2:35 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h30 | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h30 | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h35 | 2:35 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
BILMAN | 6:15 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h05 | 7:20 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 12h00 | 8:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 12h00 | 8:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 15h05 | 11:05 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 21h20 | 7:50 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 21h25 | 7:55 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h50 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 19h50 | 7:50 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 17h20 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 17h20 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h50 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h50 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 16h20 | 7:50 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 13h20 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 15h50 | 7:50 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 3 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 15h55 | 7:55 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 41h20 | 12:10 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Archaeological museum with acclaimed interactive displays covering prehistory to modern Alicante.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace, featuring Alicante artists and regional painting collections.
Alicante's iconic waterfront promenade with mosaic paving, palms, and constant seaside city life.
Historic old quarter of whitewashed lanes climbing toward the castle, full of character and viewpoints.
Popular city beach and promenade area beside the old town, excellent for walks and classic coastal views.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked in fish stock with seafood or meat. It is central to local Sunday meals and showcases the region’s rice tradition.
Rice baked in the oven with stock, tomato, chickpeas, and often pork or sausage. A hearty Valencian classic widely eaten in Alicante homes.
Traditional Alicante rice made with tuna, pumpkin, and ñora pepper. It reflects the city’s coastal pantry and old home-style cooking.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Alicante tapas, cured fish, and local wines in a classic, lively old-town setting.
Well-known seafood and rice restaurant near the marina, valued for fresh fish, shellfish, and polished but approachable service.
Moderate for Spain: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Most Santander to Alicante buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses). Use this guide to compare Santander and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km), Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) is 2 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses).
Available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses): Elevators, ramps.
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