What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Altea?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Altea is to bus which costs €55 - €120 and takes 12h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Altea?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Altea is to fly and shuttle which takes 2h 58m and costs €70 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Altea?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Altea. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Altea via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Altea?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Altea. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Altea via Madrid Chamartín, Alicante - Luceros and Benidorm. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Santander to Altea?

The distance between Santander and Altea is 713 km. The road distance is 811.7 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Altea without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Altea without a car is to train and tram via Madrid which takes 10h 8m and costs €50 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Altea?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Santander to Altea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Altea bus from?

Santander to Altea bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Altea train from?

Santander to Altea train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Where does the Santander to Altea bus arrive?

Santander to Altea bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station.

Where does the Santander to Altea train arrive?

Santander to Altea train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Altea?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Altea is 812 km. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Santander to Altea.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Altea?

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Where can I stay near Altea?

There are 8117+ hotels available in Altea.

Santander to Altea - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, tram, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Altea by plane, shuttle, train, tram, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Santander Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane SDR - ALC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ALC to Albirshuttle
2h 58m
€73–221
Train, tram via Madrid
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Ave
3. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidormtram 1
10h 8m
€52–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander Bus Station to Benidormbus
12h 45m
€59–118
Drive 811.7 km
1. Drive from Santander to Alteacar 811.7 km
8h 31m
€128–185
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)plane BIO - ALC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Aeropuerto de Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández ALC to Albirshuttle
6h
€62–137
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Santander to Alacant/Alicante Terminaltrain Alv
2. Take the tram from Alicante - Luceros to Benidormtram 1
10h 19m
€58–125
Bus via Madrid Airport (MAD)
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)bus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Alteabus Alsa
13h 45m
€80–163

Santander to Altea by train, foot, and tram

10Weekly Services

10h 8mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 713 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Altea, Spain?

Bilman operates a bus from Santander Bus Station to Benidorm twice daily. Tickets cost €55–120 and the journey takes 11h 55m.

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