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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bilbo/bilbao to Santander

Composite routes from Bilbo/bilbao to Santander

Cheapest
2 h 7 min
Car
198 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
alsa@alsa.es
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Santander
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.99–$29.11
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Santander
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Train operators

Euskotren

Phone:
+34 944 333 333
Website:
euskotren.eus/eu
Train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve

Phone:
+34 912 320 320
Email:
viajerosfeve@renfe.es
Website:
renfe.com/es/en/suburban/cercanias-am
Train from Bilbao to Santander
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$12.66

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Saint-Sébastien to Santander
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.82

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander is to rideshare which costs $12.73 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

The fastest way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Bilbo/Bilbao and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbo/Bilbao and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander. However, there are services departing from Amara-Donostia and arriving at Santander via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

The distance between Bilbo/Bilbao and Santander is 204 km. The road distance is 198.1 km.

How do I travel from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander without a car is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs $16.30 - $26.09 .

How long does it take to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

The bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Santander E.A. takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander bus from?

Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander train from?

Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Amara-Donostia station.

Train or bus from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

The best way to get from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander is to bus which takes 2h 58m and costs $16.30 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $18.48 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander bus arrive?

Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Where does the Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander train arrive?

Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

Book your Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Santander. Prices start at $17.67 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bilbo/Bilbao to Santander?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bilbo/Bilbao and Santander. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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