Bus from Madrid to Santander

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Facts about the bus from Madrid to Santander

Compare all providers like ALSA, Renfe and FlixBus that travel 40 times every day by bus from Madrid to Santander in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to Santander starting from $19!

Cheapest Bus $19
Fastest Bus 4h 4m
Earliest Bus 12:30 AM
Latest Bus 7:08 PM
Daily Bus Routes 40 Ø
Distance 210.6 miles
Bus Companies ALSA, Renfe and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Madrid to Santander

Every day, 40 buses from 3 bus companies leave Madrid for Santander: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/28/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/24
Monday 03/25
Tuesday 03/26
Wednesday 03/27
Thursday 03/28
$39
Friday 03/29
$41
Saturday 03/30
$39
Sunday 03/31
$39
Monday 04/01
$39
Tuesday 04/02
$27
Wednesday 04/03
$23
Thursday 04/04
$23
Friday 04/05
$39
Saturday 04/06
$23
Sunday 04/07
$39
Monday 04/08
$23
Tuesday 04/09
$23
Wednesday 04/10
$19
Thursday 04/11
$23
Friday 04/12
$39
Saturday 04/13
$19
Sunday 04/14
$39
Monday 04/15
$19
Tuesday 04/16
$23
Wednesday 04/17
$23
Thursday 04/18
$19
Friday 04/19
$39
Saturday 04/20

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Santander

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Santander, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $19, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madrid to Santander. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $39.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Santander, with $19. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $36.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to Santander

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madrid to Santander in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to Santander, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Madrid to Santander are also emptier.

Compare all timetables for the bus from Madrid to Santander

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to Santander from various bus operators like ALSA, Renfe or FlixBus for the next days.
  • ALSA
    5h 45m
    10:30 AM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    4:15 PM
    Santander
    El Mazo S/N
    ALSA
    Economy
    from $19
  • ALSA
    5h 45m
    10:30 AM
    Madrid
    4:15 PM
    Santander
    ALSA
    Economy
    from $23
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    6:30 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    12:00 AM
    Santander
    El Mazo S/N
    ALSA
    Economy
    from $27
  • Renfe
    4h 5m
    7:45 AM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    11:50 AM
    Santander
    El Mazo S/N
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $30
  • ALSA
    5h 50m
    8:00 AM
    Madrid
    1:50 PM
    Santander
    ALSA
    Economy
    from $31
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $35
  • ALSA
    6h 0m
    12:30 AM
    Madrid
    6:30 AM
    Santander
    ALSA
    Economy
    from $36
  • Renfe
    4h 5m
    7:45 AM
    Madrid
    11:50 AM
    Santander
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $41
  • Renfe
    4h 7m
    1:40 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    5:47 PM
    Santander
    El Mazo S/N
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $53
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    El Mazo S/N
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $59
  • FlixBus
    18h 10m
    4:40 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    10:50 AM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $65
  • FlixBus
    17h 10m
    4:40 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    9:50 AM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $92
  • FlixBus
    17h 10m
    4:40 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    9:50 AM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $97
  • FlixBus
    17h 10m
    4:40 PM
    Madrid
    Bus Stop
    9:50 AM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    FlixBus
    Economy
    from $114

Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and Santander

See here how frequent the connections between Madrid and Santander are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 42 daily buses from Madrid to Santander. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 35 daily coaches between Madrid and Santander.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 121 buses from Madrid to Santander, while Night sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Santander, with 32 offers.

Beloved bus companies from Madrid to Santander

These are the most booked bus companies between Madrid to Santander from our users.

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Santander

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Madrid and Santander.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to Santander

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Madrid to Santander? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to Santander? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madrid to Santander bus

How much does a Madrid Santander bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $19 and takes 5h 45m to reach Santander. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Santander?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $19 and $125. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Santander.

On average, how many connections are available from Madrid to Santander each day?

Every day, the Madrid to Santander bus route is served by approximately 40 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madrid to Santander take?

The fastest bus from Madrid to Santander is offered by Renfe and takes 4h 4m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $59. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to Santander?

The earliest bus arriving in Santander from Madrid starts at 12:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Madrid to Santander?

The latest bus trip departing from Madrid for Santander starts at 7:08 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Madrid Santander route?

When traveling by bus from Madrid to Santander, passengers can travel with ALSA, Renfe and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Santander?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Santander by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA, Renfe and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Madrid to Santander bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Madrid Santander bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid Santander bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to Santander on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Santander

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Alternate transport types from Madrid to Santander

Did not find the right bus? Here is a selection of alternate transport types from the schedule from Madrid to Santander for the next days.

Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Santander

Here is a selection of the cheapest trains from the schedule from Madrid to Santander for the next days.
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $30
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $32
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    Renfe
    Economy
    from $35
  • Renfe
    4h 4m
    7:08 PM
    Madrid
    Chamartin Train Station
    11:12 PM
    Santander
    Central Bus Station
    Renfe
    First Class
    from $39

Cheap carpooling from Madrid to Santander

Here is a selection of the cheapest carpooling offers from the schedule from Madrid to Santander for the next days.
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    11:30 AM
    Madrid
    4:20 PM
    Santander
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $25
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    11:40 AM
    Madrid
    4:30 PM
    Santander
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $26
  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 20m
    8:30 AM
    Madrid
    12:50 PM
    Santander
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $28
  • BlaBlaCar
    5h 10m
    6:00 AM
    Madrid
    11:10 AM
    Santander
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $29

More bus routes from Madrid and Santander

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes from Madrid and from Santander. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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