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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bilbao to La Franca

Composite routes from Bilbao to La Franca

Cheapest
1 h 44 min
Car
162 km.
from $8

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 Unquera
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58
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 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 Santander to Colombres
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86
Train from Bilbao to Santander
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$12.66

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to La Franca?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to La Franca is to train which costs $14.13 - $18.48 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to La Franca?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to La Franca is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and La Franca?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to La Franca. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at [FRANCA, LA] La Franca [CTA 03714] via [UNQUERA] Estación FEVE Unquera [CTA 07179]. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and La Franca?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to La Franca. However, there are services departing from Bilbao and arriving at Colombres via Santander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Bilbao to La Franca?

The distance between Bilbao and La Franca is 186 km. The road distance is 162.8 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to La Franca without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Franca without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to La Franca?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Bilbao to La Franca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to La Franca bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to La Franca train from?

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

Train or bus from Bilbao to La Franca?

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Franca is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14.13 - $18.48 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Bilbao to La Franca bus arrive?

Bilbao to La Franca bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Unquera station.

Where does the Bilbao to La Franca train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to La Franca?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to La Franca is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Bilbao to La Franca.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to La Franca?

Book your Bilbao to La Franca bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near La Franca?

There are 1269+ hotels available in La Franca. Prices start at $63.62 per night.
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