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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | SANTANDER | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:31 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to Santiago de Compostela
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santiago de Compostela. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$111 - $113 | Average Duration9h 30m | 10kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$48 - $84 | Average Duration5h 40m | 16kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Santander and Santiago de Compostela?
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 Santiago de Compostela
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela
Rua de Clara Campoamor, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - B
Parada de Autobus Santiago de Compostela
Praza de Camilo Díaz Baliño, 2, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain - C
Av. de Lugo
Av. de Lugo, 13, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - D
San Lázaro
Av. de Fernando de Casas Novoa, 14, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - E
Av. de Rosalía de Castro
Av. de Rosalía de Castro, 116, 15706 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - F
Rúa San Lázaro
Rúa San Lázaro, 88, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain
Compare bus companies
Based on 60887 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $111
ALSA Santander Santiago de Compostela recent customer reviews
Was not a gd trip this time? I bk direct!but bus stopped at about different small towns which I never expected!very stressful!plus nothing to tell me on all all the stops!and it stopped in ovedio!bus qe were on had changed drivers. But getting on bus again!difficult!no announcement in English or French? Just rapid spanish which no one understands!even spanish!not a gd trip
Ray F.
Viaje perfecto, superb, the best
Alfonso A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santander to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Santiago de Compostela start from $111. The average price for this route is around $112. 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 Santiago de Compostela?
The average bus travel time from Santander to Santiago de Compostela is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 390 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 15m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Santiago de Compostela route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Santander to Santiago de Compostela?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Santiago de Compostela at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Santiago de Compostela?
A bus trip from Santander to Santiago de Compostela generates an estimated 10 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 Santiago de Compostela was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to Santiago de Compostela, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $104 for a bus ticket from Santander to Santiago de Compostela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-13.
