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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cartagena to Santander

Bus
Average priceUS$88 - US$90Average duration15h
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$48 - US$74Average duration8h 30m
29kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cartagena to Santander

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
8h 30mAverage duration
US$48Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cartagena to Santander: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration15h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance431 miles

Cartagena to Santander Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cartagena to Santander. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cartagena to Santander.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santander from Cartagena, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Cartagena - Santander

  1. What's the distance between Cartagena and Santander by coach?

    The distance between Cartagena and Santander by coach is approximately 431 miles (695 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cartagena to Santander without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cartagena to Santander was searched and found on 29 Jun 2025 with a price of US$81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cartagena to Santander as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$81 to US$81 for a bus ticket from Cartagena to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$81, which is on 2025-06-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cartagena and Santander!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cartagena to Santander.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Cartagena to Santander.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cartagena to Santander while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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