The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Santander for San Vicente de la Barquera on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 1 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€6 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:05 PM Santander | 1h05 | 4:10 PM San Vicente de la Barquera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:25 PM Santander | 1h15 | 4:40 PM San Vicente de la Barquera | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Santander | 1h05 | 7:05 PM San Vicente de la Barquera | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 06:45 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera start from as low as $8 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $8 (€6) depending on the train type and class.
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, PALOMERA, Autobuses La Cantabrica, Jimenez from Santander to San Vicente de la BarqueraYou can travel by bus between Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, PALOMERA, Autobuses La Cantabrica, Jimenez for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Jimenez
PALOMERA
BlaBlaCar
Autobuses La Cantabrica
Buses from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera
In 1:00 hrs. to 1:15 hrs. buses bridge the 60 km distance between the bus stations of Santander and San Vicente de la Barquera. All ALSA Transportes buses running between the northern Spanish coastal towns cover the distance directly. Passengers do not have to change buses when travelling from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera. From Tuesday to Friday, ALSA also offers bus services on the route, which end in San Vicente de la Barquera early in the morning at 04:20 a.m..
Which bus companies travel from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera?
For journeys by bus from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera only the bus company ALSA Transportes regularly uses its vehicles. The Spanish company's modern buses travel daily between the two cities.
How long does the bus trip from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera take?
The bus company ALSA Transportes only operates direct journeys between the two port cities on the north coast of Spain without changing planes. The shortest bus connections on the route take exactly 1:00 hours. Although all journeys start at the same bus station in Santander and always end at the same destination in San Vicente de la Barquera, a journey time of up to 1:10 hours or 1:15 hours should be planned by passengers.
How often can you take the bus from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera?
On all weekdays you can take a bus from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera six times between 08:30 in the morning and 19:30 in the evening. Tuesdays to Fridays there is an additional bus connection available, with which travelers leave Santander at 03:20 o'clock in the night.
Bus stations on the route Santander - San Vicente de la Barquera?
At which bus station does the bus depart from Santander? The bus station, known in Spanish as Estación Autobuses de Santander, is within walking distance of the main train station, the city centre and the Santander ferry terminal. Due to its central location, hotels, restaurants, shops and ATMs are in the immediate vicinity.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in San Vicente de la Barquera? The destination of the buses from Santander is the bus station Estación de Autobuses de San Vicente de la Barquera in Parque Avenida Miramar. A bus stop for local buses is just a few metres away in Avenida de Miramar.
FAQs: Bus from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to San Vicente de la Barquera 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 San Vicente de la Barquera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses, located 0.4 miles (611 m) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
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