How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Alicante?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Alicante start from $79. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Santander to Alicante?

The average bus trip duration from Santander to Alicante is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 394 miles (635 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by BILMAN BUS, S.L. .

Which bus companies service the Santander to Alicante route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BILMAN BUS, S.L. , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Alicante?

The earliest bus departs from Santander to Alicante at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Alicante?

A bus trip from Santander to Alicante generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Santander to Alicante?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L. , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1159 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santander to Alicante?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company BILMAN BUS, S.L. has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santander to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L. , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santander to Alicante?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L. , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Santander to Alicante from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santander to Alicante on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:15am	Santander	13h 5m	7:20pm	Alicante	Cheapest
Bus	7:15pm	Santander	12h 40m	7:55am	Alicante	Fastest
Bus	6:50pm	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	1d 17h	12:15pm	Alicante	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:26 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to Alicante

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Alicante. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

393 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $354	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$43 - $81	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santander and Alicante?

Stops in Santander

A
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
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B
Santander Airport
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C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain

Stops in Alicante

A
Estación de Autobuses Nueva
Estación de Autobuses Nueva, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
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B
Alicante Airport
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C
Av. Salamanca
Av. Salamanca, 3, 03005 Alacant, Alicante Spain
D
Universidad de Alicante
Carretera de San Vicente del Raspeig, s/n, 03690 San Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante, Spain
Visit page
E
Carrer Eusebio Sempere
Carrer Eusebio Sempere, 6, 03003 Alacant, Alicante, Spain
F
Port d'Alacant
Mlle. Levante 17B, 03001 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain

Compare bus companies

BILMAN BUS, S.L.

4/51,164 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santander to Alicante by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Alicante?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Alicante start from $79. The average price for this route is around $80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Santander to Alicante?
The average bus trip duration from Santander to Alicante is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 394 miles (635 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by BILMAN BUS, S.L..
Which bus companies service the Santander to Alicante route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from BILMAN BUS, S.L., FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Alicante?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Alicante at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Alicante?
A bus trip from Santander to Alicante generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santander to Alicante?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 1159 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santander to Alicante?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company BILMAN BUS, S.L. has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santander to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santander to Alicante?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BILMAN BUS, S.L., with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

11/26

$73

11/27

$73

Today

$73

11/29

$73

11/30

$74

12/01

$73

12/02

$73

12/03

$73

The cheapest trip from Santander to Alicante was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $157 for a bus ticket from Santander to Alicante based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-12-01.