Alicante to Santander by bus + train

This route from Alicante to Santander is not by bus the whole way: by bus, train it takes about 9h 33m in total, run by Alsa, Renfe. A cheaper option we found is train, at €38. The bus is still the quickest.

A closer look at the Bus journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Observed fare
€39

Older observation · Not checked for your date

Total journey
9h 33m
Change
1 transfer
Operator
Alsa, Renfe

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Alicante to MadridAlsa4h 45m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

    Change at Madrid
  2. 2
    Madrid to SantanderRenfe4h 07m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time9h 33m

Bus facts for this route

These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.

Good to know
The Bus covers Alicante to Madrid. The rest of the journey is by train.

Before you travel

Where does the bus leave from?

This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.

Seats and the service

Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Bus· 12h 20m€63Book
  • Train· 7h 21m€46Book

Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20

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Alicante to Santander by bus: common questions

How long does Alicante to Santander take by bus?

The bus does not cover the whole route: bus + train together take about 9h 33m, 1 transfer.

How much is a bus ticket from Alicante to Santander?

The best price in our latest check was €39. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.

Who runs the bus from Alicante to Santander?

Alsa, Renfe. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the bus or the train better?

The train is cheaper at €38. The bus wins on journey time.

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