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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Sebastian to Santander
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 422 - R 694 | Average duration3h 15m | 4kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 155 - R 453 | Average duration2h 10m | 6kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in San Sebastian and Santander?
Stops in San Sebastian
- AFederico García Lorca Pasealekua, 2, 20014 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
- B
Pío XII
Pio XII.aren Plaza, 3, 20010 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain - C
Universidad
Tolosa Hiribidea, 71, 20018 Donostia, Gipuzkoa, Spain
Stops in Santander
- ACalle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
- B
Santander Airport
- C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
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Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the punctuality and cleanliness of the buses. The seats are described as comfortable, with some noting they surpass airline seating in comfort. Drivers receive praise for their professionalism and helpfulness regarding luggage handling. However, a few users mentioned unadvertised small stops along the route that were not expected.
ALSA Supra San Sebastian Santander recent customer reviews
Bus was on time, clean and very comfortable seats for a 3 hour journey ( way better than most airlines seating)
John M.
Driver was excellent, made sure luggage went into hold in order to make it easier on arrival at destination, he ensured we had assigned seat and kept us informed of our travel onwards.
Hugh F.
All on time and easy to deal with
Sean M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Sebastian to Santander by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Sebastian to Santander?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Sebastian to Santander start at R 422. The average price for this route is around R 428. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Sebastian to Santander?
The average bus journey time from San Sebastian to Santander is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 149 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the San Sebastian to Santander route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Sebastian to Santander?
The earliest bus departs from San Sebastian to Santander at 00:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Sebastian to Santander?
A bus trip from San Sebastian to Santander produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Santander was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 333To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Sebastian to Santander as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 333 to R 535 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 333, which is on 2025-12-20.
