Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Estacion de Autobuses León | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estacion de Autobuses León | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Fastest | ||||
ALSA + ALSA Supra | Bus | Estacion de Autobuses León | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estacion de Autobuses León | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estacion de Autobuses León | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from León to Santander
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£21 - £47 | Average duration5h 30m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£13 - £23 | Average duration2h 30m | 7kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in León and Santander?
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
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
Compare bus companies
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 £21
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.
Alsa provided a safe and comfortable trip between Leon and Santander. I was very satisfied!
Colin S.
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from León to Santander
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from León to Santander?
The cheapest coach tickets from León to Santander start from £21. The average price for this route is around £29. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from León to Santander?
The average bus journey time from León to Santander is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 108 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 30m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the León to Santander route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from León to Santander?
The earliest bus departs from León to Santander at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from León to Santander?
A bus journey from León to Santander produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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 León to Santander was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £17To 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 £17 to £39 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 £17, which is on 2025-11-30.
