How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Mérida?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Mérida start from $65. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Mérida?

The average bus trip duration from Santander to Mérida is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 341 miles (549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Santander to Mérida route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Santander to Mérida at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Santander to Mérida?

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 61149 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Santander to Mérida?

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.

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

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 Mérida from $58 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Santander to Mérida on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	1d 4h	2:35pm	Calle Puerto Rico	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	1d 5h	2:35pm	Calle Puerto Rico	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	13h 15m	7:15pm	MERIDA	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	13h 20m	5:20am	MERIDA	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	11h 50m	5:20am	MERIDA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Santander to Mérida

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Mérida. The journey takes about 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

13h 5mAverage Duration

341 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $109	Average Duration13h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$48 - $48	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Santander and Mérida?

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
Map
D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Map
E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Map
F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Map

Stops in Mérida

A
Estación de Autobuses de Merida
Avenida de la Libertad, 06800 Mérida, Spain
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B
Av de la Libertad
Av de la Libertad, 2T, 06800 Mérida, Badajoz, Spain
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C
Garrovilla Bus Stop
Calle Garrovilla 6, 06800 Merida, Spain
Map

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/561,174 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,096 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santander to Mérida 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 Mérida?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Mérida start from $65. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Mérida?
The average bus trip duration from Santander to Mérida is 13h 5m, covering a distance of 341 miles (549 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Mérida route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Mérida?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Mérida at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Mérida?
A bus trip from Santander to Mérida generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Santander to Mérida?
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 61149 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santander to Mérida?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santander to Mérida?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santander to Mérida?
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

01/16

$58

01/17

$58

Today

$81

01/19

No data

01/20

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01/21

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01/22

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01/23

$59

The cheapest trip from Santander to Mérida was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $58

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

You can expect to pay from $58 to $98 for a bus ticket from Santander to Mérida based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2026-01-23.