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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Madrid
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
339 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Madrid will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 18 buses that leave Santander for Madrid every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 339 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Santander to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 339 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£66 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £267 Average Price |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santander to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Madrid coaches for today, Wednesday 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 09:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 15:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 16:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 16:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 14:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 19:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 14:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 19:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 21:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
| Normal | 16:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 22:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:50 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 18h30 | 12:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Supra Economy | 23:45 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 05:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 23:45 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 05:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 07:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h40 | 12:40 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 07:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 12:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:25 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 21h45 | 06:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Madrid
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Buses from Santander to Madrid run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 339 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 339 km |
Average bus duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Santander to MadridYou can travel by bus between Santander to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santander to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Avenida de América, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Madrid
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
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