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How to get from Bilbao to Santander?

Are you planning to travel to Santander from Bilbao and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Bilbao to Santander, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Bilbao and Santander, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (ALSA, Blablabus, FlixBus or Blablacar), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Bilbao and Santander, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Bilbao Santander trip.

For your trip from Bilbao to Santander, you have several transport options

Bilbao to Santander bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Bilbao to Santander, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Carpooling Bilbao Santander

Carpooling between Bilbao and Santander is perfect if you want to travel to Santander in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Bilbao or Santander.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Bilbao to Santander transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Bilbao Santander

City of departure
Bilbao
Spain
Basque Country
Destination city
Santander
Spain
Cantabria
Distance
45 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by coach and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Bilbao to Santander easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Bilbao to Santander easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Bilbao and Santander that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as ALSA, Blablabus, FlixBus or Blablacar to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Bilbao and Santander with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Bilbao and Santander

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Bilbao to Santander?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Bilbao and Santander, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Bilbao-Santander buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Bilbao to Santander?
Economical Carpooling from Bilbao to Santander is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Bilbao to Santander can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

Where to start from in Bilbao? Where do I arrive in Santander?

Bilbao departure bus stations

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Bilbao (Termibus station)
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Santander arrival coach stations

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coach Bilbao Santander

Most buses between Bilbao and Santander are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Bilbao-Santander route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Bilbao to Santander on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Bilbao-Santander bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Bilbao Santander

ALSA
ALSA
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Carpool Bilbao Santander

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your trip to Bilbao Santander to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool from Bilbao to Santander depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Bilbao to Santander, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Bilbao and Santander also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Bilbao Santander

Blablacar
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