Find coaches from Madrid to Santander

Today1 Aug
Tomorrow2 Aug
from US$51
Sun3 Aug
from US$53
Mon4 Aug
from US$53
Tue5 Aug
from US$53
Wed6 Aug
from US$53
Thu7 Aug
from US$53
Fri8 Aug

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Avenida de América Metro
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Santander
    Destination location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Santander
    Destination location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Santander
    Destination location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Santander
    Destination location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Avenida de América Metro
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Santander
    Destination location: Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Santander

Bus
Average priceUS$52 - US$176Average duration5h 30m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$39 - US$97Average duration4h 21m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$20 - US$57Average duration4h 40m
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Madrid to Santander

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34carpool per day
4h 40mAverage duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Santander: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average bus trip duration5h 30m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance205 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Madrid to Santander Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Santander

  1. What's the distance between Madrid and Santander by coach?

    The journey from Madrid to Santander by coach covers an approximate distance of 211 miles (340 km).

  2. How can I get from Madrid to Santander without driving?

    You can reach Santander from Madrid by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
US$48
31/07
US$47
Today
US$45
02/08
US$45
03/08
US$47
04/08
US$47
05/08
US$47
06/08
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Santander was searched and found on 1 Aug 2025 with a price of US$45

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

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$120 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Flixbus (ES) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Madrid to Santander.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Madrid to Santander.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madrid to Santander will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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Will you be returning to Madrid by bus?

Bus from Madrid to Santander

You can also go to Santander by train

Train from Madrid to Santander

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