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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Santander to Madrid from various bus operators like ALSA or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from £27
tomorrow
from £21
Thursday
from £24
Friday
from £21
Saturday
from £21
Sunday
from £30
Monday
from £18

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £27
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    16:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    22:45
    Madrid
    Intercambiador de Moncloa
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £127
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 50m
    0
    08:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    13:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £21
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £24
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £78
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £91
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £24
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £27
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    16:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    22:45
    Madrid
    Intercambiador de Moncloa
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £21
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £24
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    16:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    22:45
    Madrid
    Intercambiador de Moncloa
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £77
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £82
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    10:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    16:45
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £21
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £21
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £27
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £66
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £88
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    6h 45m
    0
    16:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    22:45
    Madrid
    Intercambiador de Moncloa
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    01:00
    Santander
    Coach Station
    06:30
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £81
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 30m
    0
    17:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    23:00
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £18
  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    10:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    16:45
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £24
  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    10:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    16:45
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    21h 40m
    0
    09:30
    Santander
    Coach Station
    07:10
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £44
  • FlixBus
    16h 55m
    0
    18:35
    Santander
    Coach Station
    11:30
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £75
  • Did you know that if you travel from Santander to Madrid via Valladolid, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      4h 15m
      0
      09:00
      Santander
      Coach Station
      12:15
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £14
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • Linecar
      0h 15m
      0
      13:00
      Valladolid
      Coach Station
      13:15
      Madrid
      Poligono 17 Rustica
      0
      Linecar
      Economy
      £1
    Travel Time is 1h 15m shorter, and you will save £3

Frequency of bus connections between Santander and Madrid

See here how frequent the connections between Santander and Madrid are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Santander to Madrid. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Santander and Madrid.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 46 coaches from Santander to Madrid, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Santander and Madrid, with 7 offers.

Facts about coaches from Santander to Madrid

Compare all providers like ALSA and FlixBus that travel 15 times every day by bus from Santander to Madrid in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santander to Madrid starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus £18
Fastest Bus 5h 15m
Earliest Coach 08:00
Latest Coach 18:35
Daily Bus Connections 15 Ø
Distance 338.8 km
Coach Companies ALSA and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Santander to Madrid

Every day, 15 buses from 2 coach companies leave Santander for Madrid: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/04/2025 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 21/04
Tuesday 22/04
£30
Wednesday 23/04
£27
Thursday 24/04
£27
Friday 25/04
£21
Saturday 26/04
£27
Sunday 27/04
£31
Monday 28/04
£18
Tuesday 29/04
£21
Wednesday 30/04
£66
Thursday 01/05
£27
Friday 02/05
£27
Saturday 03/05
£21
Sunday 04/05
£31
Monday 05/05
£21
Tuesday 06/05
£21
Wednesday 07/05
£18
Thursday 08/05
£18
Friday 09/05
£27
Saturday 10/05
£21
Sunday 11/05
£27
Monday 12/05
£18
Tuesday 13/05
£18
Wednesday 14/05
£18
Thursday 15/05
£57
Friday 16/05
£59
Saturday 17/05
£52
Sunday 18/05

The cheapest time to travel from Santander to Madrid

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Santander to Madrid, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £18, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Santander to Madrid. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Santander to Madrid, with £18. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £70.

How to save money travelling from Santander to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Santander to Madrid in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Santander to Madrid, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Santander to Madrid are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Santander and Madrid

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Santander and Madrid.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Santander to Madrid? Compare all modes of transports from Santander to Madrid.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santander to Madrid

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Santander to Madrid? Or which bus companies serve the route Santander to Madrid? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Santander to Madrid bus

How much does a Santander - Madrid coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Santander - Madrid bus trip is available from £18 and takes 5h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Santander to Madrid?

The connection Santander to Madrid is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £127. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Santander - Madrid route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Santander to Madrid is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Madrid from Santander take?

The quickest coach from Santander to Madrid is provided by ALSA and takes 5h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £57. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Santander to Madrid?

The earliest bus to Madrid departs from Santander at 08:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Santander to Madrid?

The latest bus to Madrid departs from Santander at 18:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Santander - Madrid route?

Passengers looking to travel from Santander to Madrid can travel with ALSA and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Santander and Madrid by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Madrid from Santander?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Santander Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Santander Madrid bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Santander to Madrid on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Santander to Madrid

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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