- Must visit
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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Valencia to Santander
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Nov
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- £29
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- £35
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 8 h 10 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 8 h 25 m
- Buses on 12 Nov
- 2
- Distance
- 528 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Valencia to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Santander will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Fast coaches
On Thu 12 Nov, we found 2 buses from Valencia to Santander, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 528 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.
15:30 8h40 Valencia 0:10 Santander £29 1 One-way 0 changes7:40 8h10 Valencia 15:50 Santander £41 1 One-way 0 changes
7:40 8h10 Valencia 15:50 Santander £41 1 One-way 0 changes15:30 8h40 Valencia 0:10 Santander £29 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Valencia to Santander
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Buses from Valencia to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £13 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 528 km distance in 8h 45m.
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 £13
Distance 528 km |
Average bus duration 9h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 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 £13
Frequently asked questions about your Valencia to Santander trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Valencia to Santander.
Cheap coach tickets from Valencia to Santander can start from as little as £22 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Valencia to Santander is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Valencia to Santander leaves at 6:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Valencia to Santander leaves at 22:55.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Valencia to Santander with Bilman Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
Valencia to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Santander coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:40 Valencia | 8h10 | 15:50 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Valencia | 8h40 | 0:10 Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Valencia to Santander coaches with Omio?
Bilman Bus as well as Alsa or TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L offer coaches services from Valencia to Santander.
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Why book with Omio vs Bilman Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Bilman Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa or TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L to find the best option for your trip from Valencia to Santander.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa or TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L to find the best option for your trip from Valencia to Santander.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Valencia to Santander.
Bus providers: Alsa, Bilman Bus, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L from Valencia to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Valencia to Santander with Alsa, Bilman Bus, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L for as low as £13. 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
8h 45m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£22
Alsa frequency
2 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.
Bilman Bus
About
Bilman Bus is a Spanish bus company known for operating a significant number of routes across Spain, including popular connections like Teruel to Bilbao, Alicante to Pamplona, and Valencia to San Sebastian. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and high-quality service, with a focus on regular vehicle maintenance and passenger satisfaction. Many newer Bilman Bus vehicles offer onboard Wi-Fi, and longer intercity routes typically include breaks. In addition to passenger transport, Bilman Bus also provides bus rental services.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bilman Bus Duration
8h 45m
Cheapest Bilman Bus Price
£43
Bilman Bus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; limited space available.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel free.
TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L Duration
8h 55m
Cheapest TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L Price
£22
TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L frequency
1 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Valencia and Santander
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Valencia to Santander, you can count on Bilman Bus, Alsa, TRANSPORTES DE VIAJEROS ZARAGOZA TERUEL S.L for the best way to get you to Santander. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Valencia and Santander and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Valencia to Santander:
- Bilman Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Valencia to Santander for coach company Bilman Bus, Alsa.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Valencia to Santander depends on the coach companies:
- Bilman Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Valencia to Santander.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Valencia to Santander:
- Bilman Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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 Valencia to Santander:
- Bilman Bus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Valencia to Santander. The following conditions apply:
- Bilman Bus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Valencia to Santander with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Valencia to Santander with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Valencia to Santander with the following coach company: Bilman Bus, Alsa.
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Things to do in Santander
Discover the best of Santander — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santander trip today.
- Must visit
Centro Botín
Large art centre on the waterfront with modern and contemporary exhibitions, a striking building and broad views over the bay.
- Recommended
Museo Marítimo del Cantábrico
Museum dedicated to Cantabrian maritime history, fishing and oceanography, with aquariums and displays suited to adults and children.
- Must visit
Jardines de Pereda
Historic gardens by the bay and Centro Botín, ideal for a gentle walk among monuments, flowerbeds and harbour views.
- Must visit
Península de la Magdalena
Headland park with the palace, coastal paths, beaches and sea views; one of Santander’s classic places for walking and photography.
- Recommended
Parque de Mataleñas
Clifftop viewpoint and green space above the sea, popular for sunsets, dramatic waves and broad views of the Cantabrian coast.
- Gluten-free
Cocido montañés
Hearty Cantabrian bean stew with white beans, chorizo, morcilla and pork. A regional cold-weather classic closely tied to Santander and wider Cantabria.
- Gluten-free
Anchoas de 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.
- Gluten-free
Marmita de bonito
Bonito tuna cooked with onions, peppers and tomato. A beloved summer dish across Cantabria, showcasing local fishing and seasonal produce.
El Serbal
Established dining room specialising in fish and seafood rice dishes, offering polished service and a classic Santander feel.
Casa Lita
Traditional seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Cantabrian cooking in a smart but approachable setting.
Bodega del Riojano
Popular traditional venue for rabas, seafood tapas and casual local eating, especially good for sampling classic Santander flavours.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are fair, while local buses and casual meals stay reasonably priced for tourists.
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
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; round up taxi fares.
Tarjeta Ciudadana Santander
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €0.70
- Day pass
- €2.50
To the city centre
Estación de Autobuses de Santander -> Plaza Porticada, Santander
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- The bus station is in central Santander, opposite the Renfe and FEVE stations, so many central destinations are walkable.
- Santander’s urban transport information is provided through TUS. Rechargeable travel cards are available from kiosks and tobacconists.
FAQs: Valencia to Santander coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Santander 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 Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Valencia and Santander including taking a train, coach and flight.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Valencia and Santander
Most Valencia to Santander buses use the Valencia, Estació d'autobusos to Santander, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Valencia and Santander bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Valencia
Arrival bus stations in Santander
Which Valencia station do buses to Santander leave from?
Buses from Valencia to Santander leave from Valencia, Estació d'autobusos. The station is 1 km from Valencia city centre at Carrer de Menendez Pidal, 13, 46009 Valencia, Valencia, Spain.
Valencia, Estació d'autobusosCarrer de Menendez Pidal, 13, 46009 Valencia, Valencia, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Valencia, Estació d'autobusos from Valencia city centre
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
BusL160 · 6m · every ~11 min
60, 62, 63 · 12m · £2 · every ~23 min
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos bus station facilities and services
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Elevators, ramps.
Santander, Estación de AutobusesSantander Bus Station, Calle Navas de Tolosa 2, 39002
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