The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Cheapest price
40S$
Average price
40S$
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Santander will cost around 40S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 40S$.
Of the 2 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Santander every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 390 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:10 AM5h30Santiago de Compostela2:40 PMSantander40 S$1One-way0 changes
7:00 AM5h30Santiago de Compostela12:30 PMSantander41 S$1One-way0 changes
9:10 AM5h30Santiago de Compostela2:40 PMSantander40 S$1One-way0 changes
7:00 AM5h30Santiago de Compostela12:30 PMSantander41 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 61S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 61S$, and a flight costs an average of 63S$.
Distance: 390 km
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63S$ Average Price Cheapest | 96S$ Average Price | 392S$ Average Price |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Santander coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Santiago de Compostela | 5h30 | 12:30 PM Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Santiago de Compostela | 5h30 | 2:40 PM Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santiago de Compostela to Santander by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Santiago de Compostela to Santander coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Santiago de Compostela to Santander.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Santander
Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 61S$ if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 390 km distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 390 km |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price 61S$ |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 5:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Santiago de Compostela to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela to Santander with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as 61S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Santander coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Santander by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.



