How much does a bus ticket from León to Santander cost?

The bus ticket price from León to Santander starts at R 466. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from León to Santander is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from León to Santander?

The average travel time between León and Santander is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 173 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between León and Santander?

The number of buses from León to Santander can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from León to Santander by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from León to Santander?

When taking the bus from León to Santander, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from León to Santander?

Buses travelling between León and Santander leave from Estacion de Autobuses León or Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo and arrive at Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, Santander Airport, Av. de los Castros 43A.

Bus León to Santander from R 373 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from León to Santander on 3 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		21:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	5h 30m	02:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	CheapestFastest

Next departures from León to Santander on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	6h	15:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	Cheapest
	13:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	4h 45m	17:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	Fastest
ALSA + ALSA Supra	04:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	5h 20m	10:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	No tags
	11:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	5h 30m	16:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	No tags
	12:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	5h 30m	17:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:39 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from León 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 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 296, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

2h 40mAverage duration

172 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 466 - R 1 055	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 296 - R 630	Average duration2h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Bus León to Santander: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 651

Average bus trip duration5h 30m

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure04:40

Distance173 km

Latest bus departure21:00

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to 22 reviews, ALSA received a 4.7-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 466

ALSA Supra León Santander recent customer reviews

I used to take buses of Alsa compagne each year and it's always perfect. Very good drivers, the bus was in time at Leon ,Oviedo and at Santander too. I recevez all the pièces of information I needed during the Journey.

Christiane S.

30 May 2024

Alsa provided a safe and comfortable trip between Leon and Santander. I was very satisfied!

Colin S.

15 May 2019

Fab trip from Leon to Santander... it was like a day excursion. Smooth ride with very competent driver who took us effortlessly through the Picos de Europa. Enjoyed every minute of the trip!

Patricia T.

23 September 2018

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

León to Santander Bus

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Where are the popular stops in León and Santander?

Stops in León

A - Estacion de Autobuses León

B - Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo

C - Venta de la Tuerta

D - La Virgen del Camino

E - San Andrés del Rabanedo

Stops in Santander

A - Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2

B - Santander Airport

C - Av. de los Castros 43A

D - Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz

E - Av. de Pontejos

F - Estación Marítima

Frequently asked questions on the trip León - Santander

How much does a bus ticket from León to Santander cost?
The bus ticket price from León to Santander starts at R 466. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from León to Santander is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from León to Santander?
The average travel time between León and Santander is around 5h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 173 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between León and Santander?
The number of buses from León to Santander can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from León to Santander by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from León to Santander?
When taking the bus from León to Santander, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from León to Santander?
Buses travelling between León and Santander leave from Estacion de Autobuses León or Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo and arrive at Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, Santander Airport, Av. de los Castros 43A.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

R 550

02/11

R 372

Today

R 548

04/11

R 552

05/11

R 550

06/11

R 555

07/11

R 373

08/11

R 548

The cheapest trip from León to Santander was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of R 372

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

You can expect to pay from R 372 to R 914 for a bus ticket from León to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 373, which is on 2025-11-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between León and Santander!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from León to Santander, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from León to Santander.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from León to Santander.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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