León to Santander by bus
Santander lies 173 km (107 mi) north-east of León, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 21 min including stops, over roughly 211 km (131 mi) of road.
| León | Santander | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 124,772 | 173,635 |
| Elevation | 844 m (2,769 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 24001–32101 | 39001–39080 |
Where to book buses from León to Santander
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Staying in Santander
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Common questions
How far is Santander from León?
173 km (107 mi) in a straight line, north-east of León; by road roughly 211 km (131 mi).
How long does it take to get from León to Santander by bus?
About 3 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between León and Santander?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.