Bus from Madrid to Santander: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Santander on 27 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Avenida de América Metro
    		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)Cheapest
    ALSABus
      		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
      		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)Fastest
      ALSA SupraBus
        		Avenida de América Metro
        		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)No tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Madrid (South)
        		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)No tags
        ALSA SupraBus
          		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
          		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)No tags

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          Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Santander

          We recommend carpooling

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          20carpool per day
          4h 20mAverage duration
          211 milesDistance
          14kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average price£40 - £149Average duration5h 30m
          8kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£30 - £92Average duration4h 21m
          8kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£18 - £43Average duration4h 20m
          14kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Santander

          1. What's the distance between Madrid and Santander by coach?

            The journey from Madrid to Santander by coach covers an approximate distance of 211 miles (340 km).

          2. How can I get from Madrid to Santander without driving?

            You can reach Santander from Madrid by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

          Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

          Best price found
          24/11
          £37
          25/11
          £37
          Today
          £37
          27/11
          £36
          28/11
          £32
          29/11
          £34
          30/11
          £36
          01/12
          £34
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Santander was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £32

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Santander as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from £32 to £61 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £32, which is on 2025-11-28.

          Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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