How to travel from Santander to Valencia

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Valencia

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santander to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €30, while a flight costs an average of €273.

Distance: 328 miles (528 km)

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€273

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€30

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€48

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€114

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4h 47m

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6h 53m

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6h 23m

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10h 51m

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10h 21m

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7h 12m

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Santander to Valencia is a train with an average price of €30.

This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Valencia:

A train is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Valencia costing on average €48.

A train is €243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Valencia costing on average €273.

The fastest way to travel from Santander to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

Bus takes on average 10h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Santander and Valencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Santander to Valencia among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 4h 25m sooner (2h 47m by flight vs 7h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €273 compared to roughly €114 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Santander to Valencia

How to get from Santander to Valencia by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Santander to Valencia is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Bilman BusBILMAN
    7:15 PM10h15
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    5:30 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Bilman BusBILMAN
    7:15 PM10h15
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    5:30 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • VuelingIB5353+IberiaIB2376
    5:40 PM6h05
    Santander Airport
    11:45 PMValencia Airport
    3911One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • IberiaIB494 · IB1083
    5:40 PM6h35
    Santander Airport
    12:15 AMValencia Airport
    6971One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB1060 · IB1081
    9:20 AM7h40
    Santander Airport
    5:00 PMValencia Airport
    6971One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB1060 · IB1005 · IB2380
    9:20 AM14h20
    Santander Airport
    11:40 PMValencia Airport
    11651One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Santander to Valencia

Travel to Valencia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santander to Valencia.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santander and Valencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santander to Valencia is a train with an average price of €30.

This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Valencia:

A train is €18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Valencia costing on average €48.

A train is €243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santander to Valencia costing on average €273.

The fastest way to travel from Santander to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

Bus takes on average 10h 51m.

The distance from Santander to Valencia is approximately 328 miles (528 km).
The average frequency per day from Santander to Valencia is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santander and Valencia as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Santander to Valencia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Santander Airport and arrive in Valencia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Santander station and arrive in Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla.
  • Buses mostly depart from Santander, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santander to Valencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Bilman Bus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Jimenez to go to Valencia by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros to go to Valencia by train.
  • Travel with Volotea, Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum, Vueling to go to Valencia by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Santander to Valencia with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Bilman Bus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Santander to Valencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante, Seville, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valencia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Valencia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Valencia, you can explore the vibrant street art in the El Carmen neighborhood, enjoy a traditional paella at a local restaurant, visit the Bioparc with its naturalistic habitats, relax on the sandy beaches of Malvarrosa, or attend a flamenco show for an authentic cultural experience. Key sights include the City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral, La Lonja de la Seda, Turia Gardens, and the Central Market.
For a fulfilling experience, 3 to 4 days in Valencia is ideal to explore its main attractions like the City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia Cathedral, and the beaches.
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