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How to get from Porto to Santander?

Are you planning to travel to Santander from Porto and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Porto to Santander, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Porto and Santander, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Renfe, Comboios de Portugal CP, Blablabus, FlixBus or ALSA), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Porto and Santander, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Porto Santander trip.

For your trip from Porto to Santander, you have several transport options

Porto to Santander bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Porto to Santander, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Porto to Santander train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Porto Santander train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Porto Santander

Carpooling between Porto and Santander is perfect if you want to travel to Santander in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Porto or Santander.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Porto to Santander transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Porto Santander

City of departure
Porto
Portugal
Destination city
Santander
Spain
Cantabria
Distance
293 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by carpooling and coach
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Plan your trip from Porto to Santander easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Porto to Santander easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Porto and Santander that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Renfe, Comboios de Portugal CP, Blablabus, FlixBus or ALSA to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Porto and Santander with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Porto and Santander

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Porto to Santander?
Prices Coach tickets from Porto to Santander are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Santander (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Comfort Porto-Santander buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Porto to Santander?
Speed Porto to Santander trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Porto Santander train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Porto to Santander?
Economical Carpooling from Porto to Santander is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Porto to Santander can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

Where to start from in Porto? Where do I arrive in Santander?

Porto departure bus stations

Porto
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Garagem Atlântico - R. de Alexandre Herculano
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Porto - Aeroporto - Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport
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Porto Departure Stations

Porto-Campanhã
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Porto-São Bento
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Contumil
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Santander arrival coach stations

Santander
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Santander Arrival Stations

Santander
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coach Porto Santander

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Porto-Santander bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

The frequency of departures to Porto from Santander varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Santander, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Porto and Santander are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Porto Santander

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
ALSA
ALSA
Rede Expressos
Rede Expressos
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Trains Porto Santander

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Porto to Santander at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Porto to Santander. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

To get the best deals on train tickets between Porto and Santander, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with the timetable and compare the ticket prices with Vivanoda.

Train companies from Porto to Santander

Renfe
Renfe
Comboios de Portugal CP
Comboios de Portugal CP
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Carpool Porto Santander

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Porto and Santander, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling is generally considered to be a safe option for travelling between Porto and Santander. However, it is important to check driver reviews and ratings before booking a trip. It is also recommended that you only share your personal details with people you trust.

The duration of a carpool trip between Porto and Santander also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Porto Santander

Blablacar
Blablacar
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