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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bilbao to Santander

Composite routes from Bilbao to Santander

Cheapest
1 h 11 min
Car
101 km.
from $5
Other
1 h 30 min
Bus
75 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 Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
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 Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
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 Bilbao to Santander
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Train from Basurto Hospital to Santander
Ave. Duration:
3h 6m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Train from Bilbao to Valle
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.15–$10.33

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Bilbao to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.82

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Santander is to rideshare which costs $5 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Santander is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Santander?

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

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao and arriving at Santander. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Santander?

The distance between Bilbao and Santander is 103 km. The road distance is 101.5 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Santander bus from?

Bilbao to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Santander train from?

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

Train or bus from Bilbao to Santander?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Santander 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 11m.

Where does the Bilbao to Santander bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Santander train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Santander is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Bilbao to Santander.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Santander?

Book your Bilbao to Santander train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 2005+ hotels available in Santander. Prices start at $17.25 per night.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Santander?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between 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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