The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Santander station every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 333 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £29.
Distance: 333 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£37 Average Price | £53 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:15 Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h35 | 12:50 Santander station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station 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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station 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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station.
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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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station.
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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station
Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:15, the last at 07:15. The fastest coach covers the 333 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 333 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 07:15 |
Last bus 07:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander stationYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santander station 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 station, 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.
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