- Must visit
Centro Niemeyer
Major cultural centre on the estuary with changing exhibitions, design, photography, and events. Its striking architecture makes it Avilés’s best-known contemporary visit.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Avilés is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Avilés will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 buses from Santander to Avilés, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 3 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.

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Buses from Santander to Avilés run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 38m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santander to Avilés.
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Avilés coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:05 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h55 | 22:00 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:05 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 5h25 | 22:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:05 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 4h25 | 21:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 17:20 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 5h10 | 22:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 2 changes | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 17:20 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 5h40 | 23:00 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 2 changes | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h40 | 21:10 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 21:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 22:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 17:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 22:00 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 22:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h20 | 21:50 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 23:00 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 22:30 Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 change | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 2:45 Santander | 3h45 | 6:30 Avilés | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Santander | 4h00 | 16:00 Avilés | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Santander | 4h00 | 17:00 Avilés | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Major cultural centre on the estuary with changing exhibitions, design, photography, and events. Its striking architecture makes it Avilés’s best-known contemporary visit.
Museum on the region’s urban history with Romanesque and Gothic pieces. It is ideal for understanding Avilés beyond its streets and façades.
Small museum devoted to black pottery from nearby Miranda. It highlights a distinctive Asturian craft tradition and offers a quieter local experience.
Arcaded old street lined with historic houses and palaces. It is one of the best walks in Avilés for architecture, atmosphere, and everyday local life.
The city’s main square, framed by the town hall and arcades. It is a practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and its surrounding lanes.
Historic neighbourhood once linked to sailors and merchants. Its lively square, old church, and traditional streets give a strong sense of local identity.
A rich Asturian bean stew with fabes, chorizo, morcilla and pork. It is the region’s signature comfort dish and a staple in traditional cider houses.
Large white beans stewed with clams, often with saffron and garlic. A classic Asturian coastal dish linking inland fabes with Cantabrian seafood.
Small hake fillets in a light sauce of garlic, parsley, stock and white wine, often with peas or asparagus. A much-loved fish dish on the Asturian coast.
Traditional sidrería known for Asturian classics, especially fabada and seafood, in a lively central setting with cider service.
Established dining room serving refined Asturian cuisine and seafood. Smart but approachable atmosphere in Avilés old town.
Popular traditional restaurant for grilled meats, Asturian stews and generous portions. Casual, dependable and well known locally.
Moderate for northern Spain: stays, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, but summer and central areas cost more.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up is usual, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Avilés 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 Avilés, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santander to Avilés buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) station pair, with some services arriving at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria). Use this guide to compare Santander and Avilés bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.
Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses).
Available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses): Station is fully accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria) is 2 km from Avilés city centre. Public transport options include:
Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria). ATMs are available at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria).
Ticket office support is available at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria).
Available at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviles, Av. Lugo (Cristaleria): Wheelchair accessible entry.
Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés is 2 km from Avilés city centre. Public transport options include:
Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés. ATMs are available at Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés.
Ticket office support is available at Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés.
Available at Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avilés, Farmacia Villalegre Sonia Parada Andrés: The station is accessible for wheelchairs.
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