Bus from Santander to Barcelona: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Santander to Barcelona on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
    		Barcelona SantsCheapest
    ALSABus
      		SANTANDER
      		Barcelona SantsFastest
      ALSABus
        		SANTANDER
        		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)
        		Barcelona NordNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:14 PM CET.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to Barcelona

        We recommend carpooling

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        1carpool per day
        7h 40mAverage Duration
        337 milesDistance
        23kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$56 - $241Average Duration9h 45m
        14kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$31 - $84Average Duration7h 40m
        23kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santander to Barcelona by bus

        Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Barcelona?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Barcelona start from $56. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Santander to Barcelona?

          The average bus trip duration from Santander to Barcelona is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 337 miles (543 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by ALSA.

        3. Which bus companies service the Santander to Barcelona route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Barcelona?

          The earliest bus departs from Santander to Barcelona at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Barcelona?

          A bus trip from Santander to Barcelona generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Santander to Barcelona?

          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 60787 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santander to Barcelona?

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

        8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Santander to Barcelona?

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

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santander to Barcelona?

          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
        11/26
        $80
        11/27
        $80
        Today
        $62
        11/29
        $69
        11/30
        $62
        12/01
        $59
        12/02
        $62
        12/03
        $63
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santander to Barcelona was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $59

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

        You can expect to pay from $59 to $142 for a bus ticket from Santander to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-12-01.

        Usually ALSA 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.

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