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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Santoña
Showing times and prices for 01 Aug
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
28 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Santoña is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Santoña will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 4 buses that leave Santander for Santoña every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
Normal9:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses10:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes- Normal21:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses22:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal13:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses14:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal17:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses18:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal9:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses10:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal21:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses22:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal13:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses14:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
- Normal17:001h05Santander, Estación de Autobuses18:05Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Santander to Santoña
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Santoña among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 28 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£5 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santander to Santoña bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Santoña coaches for today, Friday 31 July. 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 | 16:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 17:35 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 18:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 22:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 1 August | |||||
| Normal | 9:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 10:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 14:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Santoña
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Buses from Santander to Santoña run on average 10 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 22:20. The fastest coach covers the 28 km distance in 50m.
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 £3
Distance 28 km |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 1:30 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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 £3
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Santander to SantoñaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Santoña with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £3. 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 Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£5
Alsa frequency
6 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
5 a day
Complete guide to Santoña
Things to do in Santoña
Discover the best of Santoña — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santoña trip today.
- Recommended
Centro de Interpretación del Parque Natural de las Marismas de Santoña
Visitor centre with interpretive displays on the marshes, birds and protected coastal environment around Santoña's estuary.
- Recommended
Centro de Interpretación de la Anchoa
Compact museum space explaining the famous anchovy industry, an essential part of Santoña's identity and everyday life.
- Must visit
Faro del Caballo
Famous lighthouse reached by a demanding stair route through Monte Buciero, known for clear water, cliffs and memorable coastal scenery.
- Must visit
Parque Natural de las Marismas de Santoña
Wetland reserve and birdwatching area of major local importance, ideal for walks, wildlife observation and views across the estuary.
- Recommended
Playa de Berria
Main urban beach with a long promenade, popular for easy seaside walks, sunset views and a broad sweep of sand.
- Gluten-free
Anchoas de Santoña
Salt-cured anchovies from the Cantabrian Sea, prepared by hand and prized for their intense flavour. Santoña is Spain’s best-known anchovy town.
- Gluten-free
Bocarte En Aceite
Anchovies preserved in olive oil after curing. A local staple served as a tapa, showing the town’s long fishing and preserving tradition.
- Gluten-free
Merluza Del Cantábrico
Fresh Cantabrian hake, often simply grilled or baked. It is valued locally for its quality and reflects Santoña’s strong seafood culture.
Restaurante Pascual
Traditional seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and local anchovy dishes in a classic Santoña setting.
Restaurante La Radio
Well-known local dining room serving Cantabrian seafood, rice dishes and fish with a relaxed, established atmosphere.
Bar La Plaza
Casual, popular spot for tapas, anchovies and regional plates, convenient for sampling Santoña’s maritime flavours.
Euro (€)
Moderate for coastal Spain: seafood and summer stays raise costs, but cafés, set lunches and local buses keep daily spending reasonable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for a nicer dinner.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for a 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.
Horarios Transporte Cantabria
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Calle Marinos de Santoña, Santoña -> Plaza de San Antonio, Santoña
- Distance
- 800 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Plaza de San Antonio is in the town centre, and many central trips in Santoña are walkable.
- Cantabria's TITC card and the Horarios Transporte Cantabria app are official tools for regional and urban bus travel in the area.
FAQs: Santander to Santoña coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Santoña 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 Santoña, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Santander to Santoña can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander to Santoña is £5; 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 Santoña is 50m to travel the 28 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 Santoña leaves at 1:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander to Santoña leaves at 22:20.
Yes, there are 10 direct coaches a day from Santander to Santoña with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander to Santoña, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Santoña. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander and Santoña and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Santoña from Santander is worth doing with a journey time of 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santander to Santoña is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Santoña including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander to Santoña:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander to Santoña for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander to Santoña 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 Santoña.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Santoña:
- 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 Santoña:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santander to Santoña. 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 Santoña with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander to Santoña with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander to Santoña with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Santoña
Most Santander to Santoña buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Santoña 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 Santoña
Santander, Estación de AutobusesSantander Bus Station, Calle Navas de Tolosa 2, 39002
Santander, Universidad
City-centre transport
Getting to Santander, Universidad from Santander city centre
Bus4, 6C2, 7C2, Lc, 24C2 · 11m · every ~20 min
Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
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