- Must visit
Centro de Arte Rupestre Tito Bustillo
Interpretation center in Ribadesella introducing the Tito Bustillo cave art and Ice Age culture through accessible exhibits.
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Arriondas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Arriondas will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
It's difficult to get from Santander to Arriondas without transferring at least once.
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Normal · Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Arriondas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m 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 Santander to Arriondas:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Arriondas costing on average €18.
Other travel options to Arriondas take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €23 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €5. The journey takes 1h 52m versus 1h 28m 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 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 06:45AM | Arrival Time 01:26PM | Duration 6h41 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:26PM | Duration 4h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 4h26 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Arriondas buses for today, Saturday, August 8. 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 · Normal | 2:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h11 | 6:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h56 | 8:11 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h11 | 7:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h41 | 12:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h41 | 11:26 AM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h41 | 10:26 AM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h56 | 4:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 6h56 | 6:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h56 | 5:26 PM Arriondas, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Santander to Arriondas run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 20:12. The fastest bus covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 8:12 PM |
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Discover the best of Arriondas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arriondas trip today.
Interpretation center in Ribadesella introducing the Tito Bustillo cave art and Ice Age culture through accessible exhibits.
Cave art museum and archaeological site with prehistoric paintings and guided visits, one of Asturias' top cultural attractions.
Compact museum in Colunga dedicated to Jurassic discoveries, dinosaur fossils, and the geology of the Asturian coast.
Classic mountain destination near Arriondas with famous glacial lakes, dramatic scenery, and some of Asturias' best viewpoints.
Popular riverside promenade in Arriondas, ideal for walks by the Sella and for watching canoe activity during good weather.
Green river area in Arriondas used for recreation and relaxing views, especially pleasant before or after outdoor excursions.
Asturias’ famous dry cider, poured from height to aerate it. It is central to local social life and pairs especially well with the area’s hearty food.
Creamy rice pudding slowly cooked with milk, sugar and cinnamon, often finished with a caramelized sugar top. A classic Asturian dessert served in local cider houses.
A rich bean stew with fabes, chorizo, morcilla and pork. It is one of Asturias’ signature dishes and a staple in traditional restaurants around Arriondas.
Traditional Asturian restaurant in Arriondas known for hearty regional dishes, local cider and a classic dining room atmosphere.
Well-known cider house style venue serving Asturian staples, grilled meats and generous portions in a casual local setting.
Established traditional restaurant with regional cuisine, seafood and bean dishes, popular for a relaxed meal near the town center.
Moderate for northern Spain. Guesthouses and casual meals are reasonable, but summer lodging and tourist dining can raise costs. Local buses are fairly cheap.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Arriondas 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 Arriondas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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