How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Madrid?

The cheapest coach tickets from Santander to Madrid start from £33. The average price for this route is around £41. 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 Santander to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Santander to Madrid is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 205 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Santander to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santander to Madrid at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.

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

A bus journey from Santander to Madrid produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Santander to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santander to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Santander to Madrid from £31 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	6h 45m	22:45	Moncloa	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	6h 15m	16:45	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 50m	13:50	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 50m	13:50	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 50m	13:50	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

Next departures from Santander to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:00	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 50m	13:50	Avenida de América Metro	Cheapest
Bus	15:30	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h	20:30	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 30m	06:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	09:25	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	21h 45m	07:10	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	00:45	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	5h 45m	06:30	Avenida de América Metro	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Santander to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17carpool per day

4h 20mAverage duration

211 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£33 - £137	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £90	Average duration4h 16m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£16 - £42	Average duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santander and Madrid?

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 Madrid

A
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,909 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to 41 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the temperature. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at £33

ALSA Santander Madrid recent customer reviews

To indicate in english that the bus is stopping in Burgos for a while would be great. The information was given only in spanish.

Anita K.

8 August 2018

I did not have any contact with staff other than when the driver took my ticket so really I cannot really rate them, otherwise the trip was very smooth.

Terence P.

9 May 2017

Free cold water was a bonus and much needed thankyou Bus very clean and nice having movies

Sandy L.

15 August 2016

FlixBus

3.5/511,588 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Santander to Madrid

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 Santander to Madrid?
The cheapest coach tickets from Santander to Madrid start from £33. The average price for this route is around £41. 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 Santander to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Santander to Madrid is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 205 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 25m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Madrid at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Madrid?
A bus journey from Santander to Madrid produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Santander to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Santander to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Santander to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santander to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

10/12

£96

11/12

£71

Today

£67

13/12

£33

14/12

£33

15/12

£31

16/12

£31

17/12

£31

The cheapest trip from Santander to Madrid was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £31

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

You can expect to pay from £31 to £96 for a bus ticket from Santander to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually FlixBus 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.