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Santander to Madrid Bus Schedule
Bus from Santander to Madrid: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Santander to Madrid. Traveling by bus from Santander to Madrid usually takes around 20 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 211 mi (339 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $56.42 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santander to Madrid?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santander to Madrid. FlixBus is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2 | 20h 5m | $107.55 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 2 trips from Santander to Madrid, and usually makes the trip in about 20 hours and 5 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Santander to Madrid
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 211 miles from Santander to Madrid. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Madrid. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Santander to Madrid, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santander?
Main departure station: Plaza de las Estaciones
Most buses depart from the main station in Santander.
All bus stations in Santander:
Plaza de las Estaciones
Where does the bus arrive in Madrid?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
All buses from Santander arrive at one main station in Madrid.
All bus stations in Madrid:
Central Bus Station
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