Bus from Madrid to Santander: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Santander on 29 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

          Last refresh of the prices: Today at 04:32 CET.

          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 - £148Average duration5h 30m
          8kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average price£30 - £91Average duration4h 21m
          8kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average price£18 - £43Average duration4h 20m
          14kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Santander

          Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Santander?

            The cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to Santander start from £40. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

          2. How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Santander?

            The average bus journey time from Madrid to Santander is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 205 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by ALSA.

          3. Which bus companies service the Madrid to Santander route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

          4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Santander?

            The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Santander at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Santander?

            A bus journey from Madrid to Santander produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. Which is the best bus company from Madrid to Santander?

            According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60787 reviews.

          7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Santander?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

          8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Madrid to Santander?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Santander?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          26/11
          £73
          27/11
          £37
          Today
          £36
          29/11
          £36
          30/11
          £36
          01/12
          £34
          02/12
          £32
          03/12
          £34
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Santander was searched and found on 2 Dec 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 £73 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 2025-12-02.

          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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