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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Santander to Bilbao

Composite routes from Santander to Bilbao

Cheapest
1 h 10 min
Car
105 km.
from $5
Other
1 h 30 min
Bus
73 km.
from €8.15
Details

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 Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
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 Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Train operators

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 Basurto
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Train from Valdecilla to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$12.66
Train from Santander to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Santander to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.82–$10.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station) is to rideshare which costs $5 - $9.24 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Bilbao (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Bilbao (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Basurto Hospital. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

The distance between Santander and Bilbao (Station) is 101 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Bilbao (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $8.15 - $15.22 .

How long does it take to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

The bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Santander to Bilbao (Station) bus from?

Santander to Bilbao (Station) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Bilbao (Station) train from?

Santander to Bilbao (Station) train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

The best way to get from Santander to Bilbao (Station) is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $8.15 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Santander to Bilbao (Station) bus arrive?

Santander to Bilbao (Station) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Santander to Bilbao (Station) train arrive?

Santander to Bilbao (Station) train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, arrive at Basurto Hospital station.

Can I drive from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Bilbao (Station) is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Santander to Bilbao (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

Book your Santander to Bilbao (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bilbao (Station)?

There are 1332+ hotels available in Bilbao (Station). Prices start at $51.90 per night.

Can I share a ride from Santander to Bilbao (Station)?

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