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How to get from Santander to Bilbao?

Are you planning to travel to Bilbao from Santander 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 Santander to Bilbao, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Santander and Bilbao, 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 Santander and Bilbao, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Santander Bilbao trip.

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

Santander to Bilbao bus

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

Carpooling Santander Bilbao

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

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

Travel information for Santander Bilbao

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

Plan your trip from Santander to Bilbao 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 Santander and Bilbao 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 Santander and Bilbao with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Santander and Bilbao

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Santander to Bilbao?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Santander and Bilbao, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Santander-Bilbao buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Santander to Bilbao?
Economical Carpooling from Santander to Bilbao is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Santander to Bilbao 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 Santander? Where do I arrive in Bilbao?

Santander departure bus stations

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Bilbao arrival coach stations

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coach Santander Bilbao

Most buses between Santander and Bilbao 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 Santander-Bilbao route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Santander to Bilbao on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Santander-Bilbao 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 Santander Bilbao

ALSA
ALSA
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Carpool Santander Bilbao

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 Santander Bilbao to discuss these issues.

The average cost of a carpool from Santander to Bilbao 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 Santander to Bilbao, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Santander and Bilbao 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 Santander Bilbao

Blablacar
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