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

Composite routes from Santander to Bilbo/bilbao

Cheapest
2 h 8 min
Car
197 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 Santander E.A. to Estación
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.99–$29.11
Bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santander E.A. to Estación
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación
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 Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostia
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
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 Santander to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$12.66

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao is to train which costs $14.13 - $18.48 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao?

The distance between Santander and Bilbo/Bilbao is 201 km. The road distance is 197.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $16.30 - $26.09 .

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

The bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

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

Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao?

The best way to get from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $16.30 - $26.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $18.48 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao train arrive?

Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, arrive at Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Santander to Bilbo/Bilbao.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bilbo/Bilbao?

There are 1685+ hotels available in Bilbo/Bilbao. Prices start at $57.47 per night.
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