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from Barcelona to Santander

You can get from Barcelona to Santander by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

To get from Barcelona to Santander on 18 Oct we recommend taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

07:20Barcelona El Prat Airport1h20 08:40Santander Airport
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£751One-way
Cheapest
07:20Barcelona El Prat Airport1h20 08:40Santander Airport
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£751One-way
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16:25Barcelona El Prat Airport1h20 17:45Santander Airport
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£2471One-way

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COMPARE Prices for trains, buses and flights

Mon
18 Oct
£22Alsa
£75Vueling
Tue
19 Oct
£22Alsa
£38Vueling
Wed
20 Oct
£22Alsa
£29Vueling
Thu
21 Oct
£22Alsa
£38Vueling
Fri
22 Oct
£22Alsa
£95Vueling
Sat
23 Oct
£22Alsa
£26Vueling
Sun
24 Oct
£22Alsa
£38Vueling
Mon
25 Oct
£22Alsa
£38Vueling
Tue
26 Oct
£22Alsa
£26Vueling
Wed
27 Oct
£22Alsa
£21Vueling
Thu
28 Oct
£22Alsa
£26Vueling
Fri
29 Oct
£22Alsa
£50Vueling
Sat
30 Oct
£22Alsa
£50Vueling
Sun
31 Oct
£22Alsa
£32Vueling
Mon
1 Nov
£22Alsa
£68Vueling
Tue
2 Nov
£22Alsa
£61Vueling
Wed
3 Nov
£22Alsa
£46Vueling
Thu
4 Nov
£22Alsa
£50Vueling
Fri
5 Nov
£22Alsa
£75Vueling
Sat
6 Nov
£22Alsa
£175Iberia

Travel Information between Barcelona and Santander

distanceDistance335 miles (540 km)
modeAvailable travel modesFlight or coach
priceTicket price range£22 - £77
cheapestCheapest modeCoach • £22 • 3 h 57 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • £77 • 1 h 20 min
carriersPopular travel companiesIberia or Alsa

Take a flight or coach to travel 335 miles (540 km) to Santander from Barcelona. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 1 h 20 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a coach is the best option with prices starting as low as £22. The most popular travel providers which serve this trip are Iberia or Alsa among others. Travellers can even take a direct flight from Barcelona to Santander.

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FAQs
What are my Barcelona to Santander travel options?

There are 2 travel options from Barcelona to Santander: flight or coach.

What is the cheapest way to go to Santander from Barcelona?

The cheapest way from Barcelona to Santander is by taking a coach. You can find average ticket prices around £22 compared to other travel options to Santander:

A coach is about £56 less than a flight, which costs on average £77 for this journey.

What is the fastest way from Barcelona to Santander?

The quickest way to travel from Barcelona to Santander is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 20 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, getting to Santander by coach can take on average 3 h 57 min.

How many miles from Barcelona to Santander would I travel?

The distance between Barcelona and Santander is around 335 miles (540 km).

What are the departure and arrival points in Barcelona and in Santander?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from Barcelona to Santander:

  • Flights most often depart from Barcelona at Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Santander at Santander Airport.
  • Coaches from Barcelona to Santander most often leave from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Santander, Calle Real Racing Club (Parking).
Which travel companies can take me from Barcelona to Santander?

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Barcelona to Santander:

  • You can take a flight from Barcelona to Santander with Iberia. Cheap tickets can be found for £77 with Iberia from Barcelona to Santander.
  • You can travel by coach from Barcelona to Santander with Alsa, and you can find Alsa Barcelona to Santander tickets for £22 on Omio.
Is there a direct service to Santander from Barcelona?

Yes, there are direct services available between Barcelona and Santander with the following travel operators:

  • You can take a direct flight with Vueling.

Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Santander as you won't need to change in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Barcelona and Santander.

What other destinations are worth visiting after travelling from Barcelona to Santander?
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Santander often also extend their holiday to go to Madrid, Bilbao or Valladolid. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Santander and these popular destinations at a great price.
How early should I book tickets from Barcelona to Santander online for the best deals?

Before travelling from Barcelona to Santander, it’s good to know what ticket you can purchase and how much it will cost in the next 7 days:

  • The price of a plane ticket is £77 one way on average for this trip.
  • The price of a coach ticket for this route is on average £22 one way.

But we recommend booking Barcelona to Santander tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.