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Main interpretation centre for the Tito Bustillo cave, with engaging displays on prehistoric art and Ice Age life in Asturias.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Ribadesella
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 53 m
Buses on 12 Sept
2
Distance
101 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Ribadesella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Ribadesella will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Fast coaches
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 2 buses from Santander to Ribadesella, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
Normal6:452h15Santander, Estación de Autobuses9:00Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£91One-way0 changes- Normal · Normal14:003h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses17:30Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£91One-way1 change
- Normal6:452h15Santander, Estación de Autobuses9:00Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£91One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal14:003h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses17:30Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£91One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Santander to Ribadesella
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Ribadesella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 101 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£10 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Santander to Ribadesella is a train with an average price of £9.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Ribadesella:
A train is £0.32 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santander to Ribadesella costing on average £10.
The fastest way to travel from Santander to Ribadesella is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 42m.
Other travel options to Ribadesella take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 8m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Ribadesella including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 42m versus 1h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Santander to Ribadesella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Ribadesella coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 11:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 15:30 Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 14:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 17:30 Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 14:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 18:05 Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| Normal | 6:45 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 9:00 Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Santander to Ribadesella coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Santander to Ribadesella.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santander to Ribadesella.
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Santander to Ribadesella.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Ribadesella
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Buses from Santander to Ribadesella run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:45, the last at 22:10. The fastest coach covers the 101 km distance in 2h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 6:45 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Santander to RibadesellaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Ribadesella with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£9
Alsa frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Ribadesella
Things to do in Ribadesella
Discover the best of Ribadesella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ribadesella trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Etnográfico del Oriente de Asturias
Nearby ethnographic collection in Llanes province area, useful for visitors exploring eastern Asturias beyond Ribadesella.
- Recommended
MUJA
Jurassic-themed museum within an easy day trip, popular for fossils, dinosaur interpretation and coastal palaeontology exhibits.
- Must visit
Playa de Santa Marina
Long sandy beach beside the town centre, ideal for a promenade, sea views and access to the decorated seafront walk.
- Recommended
Mirador de la Guía
Clifftop and hillside viewpoint area reached on foot, valued for sweeping panoramas over the coast, town and estuary.
- Recommended
Casco Antiguo de Ribadesella
Historic quarter of narrow streets and traditional houses, pleasant for wandering between small squares and harbour views.
- Gluten-free
Fabada asturiana
A hearty Asturian bean stew with fabes, chorizo, morcilla and pork. It is one of Asturias’ best-known traditional dishes and common on local menus.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Queso de Cabrales
Blue cheese from nearby Cabrales, matured in limestone caves in the Picos de Europa. Its intense flavour makes it a defining product of eastern Asturias.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pimientos del Padrón
Small green peppers from Asturias, usually fried in olive oil and sprinkled with salt. A classic tapas dish in cider bars and typically simple and local.
La Huertona
Traditional sidrería and restaurant known for Asturian seafood, rice dishes and cider. Lively, local atmosphere close to the harbour area.
Gijonés del Mar
Established seafood restaurant specialising in shellfish, fish and classic Asturian cooking. Smart but relaxed setting for a longer lunch or dinner.
Sidrería Carroceu
Well-known local cider house serving grilled meats, fish and Asturian staples. Casual and dependable for traditional regional dishes.
Euro (€)
Moderate for northern Spain: lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport stay reasonable compared with larger Spanish beach destinations.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple menú.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafés, and round up taxi fares.
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To the city centre
Calle Palacio Valdes, Ribadesella -> Plaza María Cristina, Ribadesella
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Ribadesella is compact; many central trips are walkable from Calle Palacio Valdes and Plaza María Cristina.
- Use CTA CONECTA for official Asturias public transport information and integrated travel planning.
FAQs: Santander to Ribadesella coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Ribadesella 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 Ribadesella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Santander to Ribadesella can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander to Ribadesella is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Santander to Ribadesella is 2h 15m to travel the 101 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Santander to Ribadesella leaves at 6:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander to Ribadesella leaves at 22:10.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Santander to Ribadesella with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander to Ribadesella, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Ribadesella. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander and Ribadesella and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Ribadesella from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santander to Ribadesella is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Ribadesella including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander to Ribadesella for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander to Ribadesella depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Santander to Ribadesella.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santander to Ribadesella. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santander to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Ribadesella
Most Santander to Ribadesella buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Ribadesella bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Santander
Arrival bus stations in Ribadesella
Santander, Estación de AutobusesSantander Bus Station, Calle Navas de Tolosa 2, 39002
Which Ribadesella station do buses from Santander arrive at?
Buses from Santander to Ribadesella arrive at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes. Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes is from Ribadesella city centre.
Ribadesella, Calle Palacio ValdesC. de Palacio Valdés, 33560 Ribadesella, Asturias, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes from Ribadesella city centre
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Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes bus station facilities and services
Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes nearby provide food.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes. ATMs are available at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes: Wheelchair accessible buses operate from this station.
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