Barcelona to Santander by bus
Santander lies 541 km (336 mi) north-west of Barcelona, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 57 min including stops, over roughly 660 km (410 mi) of road.
| Barcelona | Santander | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 1.7 million | 173,635 |
| Elevation | 47 m (154 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 08001–08080 | 39001–39080 |
Where to book buses from Barcelona to Santander
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Staying in Santander
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Common questions
How far is Santander from Barcelona?
541 km (336 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Barcelona; by road roughly 660 km (410 mi).
How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Santander by bus?
About 9 h 57 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Barcelona and Santander?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.