Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estacion de Autobuses León | Cheapest | ||||
ALSA + ALSA Supra | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estacion de Autobuses León | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estacion de Autobuses León | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estacion de Autobuses León | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estacion de Autobuses León | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 1:33 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to León
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$37 - $84 | Average Duration5h 30m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$22 - $46 | Average Duration2h 40m | 7kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Santander and León?
Stops in Santander
- ACalle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
- 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 León
- AAv Ingeniero Sáenz de Miera, 8 , 24009 León, Spain
- B
Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo
Calle Corpus Christi, 194, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain - C
Venta de la Tuerta
- D
La Virgen del Camino
Carr. de León-Astorga, 63, 24198 La Virgen del Camino, León, Spain - E
San Andrés del Rabanedo
CL-623, 320, 24191 San Andrés del Rabanedo, León, Spain
Compare bus companies
Based on 12 reviews, ALSA was rated 4.6 stars for this trip. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $37, with the trip lasting on average 343.
ALSA Santander León recent customer reviews
Easy to use even for an Inglese.
Anthony H.
Good trip, professional drivers
Johanna S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santander to León 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 León?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to León start from $37. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 León?
The average bus travel time from Santander to León is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 174 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to León route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santander to León?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to León at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to León?
A bus trip from Santander to León generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santander to León was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to León, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $70 for a bus ticket from Santander to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-08.
