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Museo de Prehistoria y Arqueología de Cantabria
Museum in a historic market building covering Santander’s prehistory, Roman past and medieval development through well-presented local finds.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£2
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£2
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
10 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
12 m
Buses on 08 Oct
5
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santillana Del Mar to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santillana Del Mar to Santander will cost around £2 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 5 buses from Santillana Del Mar to Santander, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 26 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 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.










Take a bus from Santillana Del Mar to Santander and enjoy the approximately 26 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 21:15.
Distance 26 km |
First bus 7:45 |
Last bus 21:15 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Santillana Del Mar to Santander coaches for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:00 Santillana Del Mar | 0h20 | 22:20 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 Santillana Del Mar | 0h20 | 22:50 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 8 October | |||||
![]() | 8:00 Santillana Del Mar | 0h10 | 8:10 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 Santillana Del Mar | 0h10 | 9:40 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:40 Santillana Del Mar | 0h20 | 14:00 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum in a historic market building covering Santander’s prehistory, Roman past and medieval development through well-presented local finds.
Large art centre on the waterfront with modern and contemporary exhibitions, a striking building and broad views over the bay.
Museum dedicated to Cantabrian maritime history, fishing and oceanography, with aquariums and displays suited to adults and children.
Historic gardens by the bay and Centro Botín, ideal for a gentle walk among monuments, flowerbeds and harbour views.
Headland park with the palace, coastal paths, beaches and sea views; one of Santander’s classic places for walking and photography.
Clifftop viewpoint and green space above the sea, popular for sunsets, dramatic waves and broad views of the Cantabrian coast.
Hearty Cantabrian bean stew with white beans, chorizo, morcilla and pork. A regional cold-weather classic closely tied to Santander and wider Cantabria.
Fresh anchovies from the Cantabrian Sea, often salted or preserved in olive oil. Santander is especially known for high-quality bocarte and anchovy traditions.
Bonito tuna cooked with onions, peppers and tomato. A beloved summer dish across Cantabria, showcasing local fishing and seasonal produce.
Established dining room specialising in fish and seafood rice dishes, offering polished service and a classic Santander feel.
Traditional seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Cantabrian cooking in a smart but approachable setting.
Popular traditional venue for rabas, seafood tapas and casual local eating, especially good for sampling classic Santander flavours.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are fair, while local buses and casual meals stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; round up taxi fares.
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Estación de Autobuses de Santander -> Plaza Porticada, Santander
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