Bilbao to Santander
Between Bilbao and Santander, you can choose from two transport options, charter or bus, both compared here with their timetables, journey durations and fares.
Travel options for Bilbao to Santander
For a trip from Bilbao to Santander, bus is both the fastest and the most cost-effective choice at 11 EUR, taking just 1h y 5 minutes.
Bus from Bilbao to Santander
Hop on a bus departing from Bilbao or Barakaldo and travel from Bilbao toward Santander. Services run frequently throughout the day, giving you the flexibility to choose a departure time that fits your plans. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 5 minutes, with bus ticket prices starting from 11 EUR, and the route ends at Santander or Santander Airport, Maliano. Plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices: 11 EUR
Duration: 1h 5m – 4h 30m ⏱
Charter from Bilbao to Santander
Skip the queues and crowded transport: a private driver will pick you up in Bilbao and drop you off at your chosen location in Santander. The journey takes roughly 1 hour 14 minutes with fares starting at 297 EUR. Book your transfer.
Prices: 297 EUR
Duration: 1h 14m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Bilbao to Santander
- Leave Bilbao for Santander on a bus, traveling for about 1h 5m to 1h 55m. Buses operate from 01:45 until 23:45, and fares are priced from 12 to 19 EUR.
- From Bilbao, buses travel to Santander Airport, Maliano taking approximately 1h 5m to 4h 30m. Departures occur from 06:45 until 19:00, and fares start at 12 to 19 EUR.
- Start your trip at Barakaldo and reach Santander in around 1h 45m by bus. Services operate at 17:40 with fares beginning at 11 EUR.
Cheapest Bus Bilbao to Santander
11 EUR, from Barakaldo to Santander, departure at 17:40, duration 1h 45mFastest Bus Bilbao to Santander
12 EUR, from Bilbao to Santander, departure at some times, duration 1h 5mBus Timetable: Barakaldo → Santander
- 17:40 19:25 1h 45m 11 EUR
Bus Timetable: Bilbao → Santander
- 01:45 03:00 1h 15m 19 EUR
- 02:15 03:45 1h 30m 12 EUR
- 06:45 08:00 1h 15m 15 EUR
- 07:00 08:30 1h 30m 15 EUR
- 09:00 10:40 1h 40m 15 EUR
- 09:45 11:30 1h 45m 15 EUR
- 10:00 11:45 1h 45m 12 EUR
- 11:00 12:30 1h 30m 15 EUR
- 11:45 13:25 1h 40m 15 EUR
- 12:30 14:00 1h 30m 12 EUR
- 13:30 15:10 1h 40m 15 EUR
- 14:35 16:05 1h 30m 15 EUR
- 15:30 17:10 1h 40m 12 EUR
- 16:00 17:05 1h 5m 19 EUR
- 17:00 18:30 1h 30m 15 EUR
- 17:30 19:25 1h 55m 12 EUR
- 18:00 19:30 1h 30m 15 EUR
- 18:30 20:00 1h 30m 12 EUR
- 19:00 20:05 1h 5m 12 EUR
- 20:45 22:15 1h 30m 12 EUR
- 22:20 00:00 1h 40m 12 EUR
- 23:45 01:15 1h 30m 12 EUR
Bus Timetable: Bilbao → Santander Airport, Maliano
- 06:45 11:15 4h 30m 15 EUR
- 07:00 09:15 2h 15m 15 EUR
- 09:00 11:55 2h 55m 15 EUR
- 09:45 12:35 2h 50m 15 EUR
- 11:00 13:15 2h 15m 15 EUR
- 11:45 14:35 2h 50m 15 EUR
- 13:30 15:55 2h 25m 15 EUR
- 14:35 17:15 2h 40m 15 EUR
- 15:30 17:10 1h 40m 12 EUR
- 16:00 17:05 1h 5m 19 EUR
- 17:00 19:15 2h 15m 15 EUR
- 18:00 20:35 2h 35m 15 EUR
- 19:00 20:05 1h 5m 12 EUR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Bilbao to Santander
- From Bilbao Airport, enjoy a luxury taxi transfer to Maliano Hotel Transfer, taking roughly 1h 14m. Options to depart throughout the day are available with fares starting at 297 EUR.
- Hop into an on-demand private car at Bilbao Airport for a ride to Santander Airport, lasting around 1h 14m. Several departures operate daily, and ticket prices begin at 297 EUR.
- Take a VIP car transfer at Bilbao Airport heading toward Santander Hotel Transfer, with the journey lasting roughly 1h 14m. With flexible departures available, you can secure tickets starting from 297 EUR.
- From Bilbao Hotel Transfer, enjoy a luxury taxi transfer to Maliano Hotel Transfer, taking roughly 1h 14m. Options to depart throughout the day are available with fares starting at 297 EUR.
- From Bilbao Hotel Transfer, take a direct private taxi to Santander Airport, covering the route in roughly 1h 14m. Departures are scheduled regularly, and tickets start at 297 EUR.
- Start your journey at Bilbao Hotel Transfer in a VIP transfer and arrive at Santander Hotel Transfer after about 1h 14m. With frequent departures available, fares start from 297 EUR.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Bilbao to Santander
297 EUR, from Bilbao Airport to Maliano Hotel Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 1h 14mCharter Timetable: Bilbao Airport → Maliano Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bilbao Airport → Santander Airport
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bilbao Airport → Santander Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bilbao Hotel Transfer → Maliano Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bilbao Hotel Transfer → Santander Airport
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Charter Timetable: Bilbao Hotel Transfer → Santander Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 14m 297 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions Bilbao to Santander
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Santander.
How long does the Bilbao to Santander route usually take?
The trip from Bilbao to Santander usually takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes by bus, depending on the service and the exact departure and arrival points. Travel time changes with stops and whether the bus goes to Santander city or Santander Airport, Maliano.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Santander?
The cheapest option on the Bilbao to Santander route is the bus, with fares starting at 11 EUR. Bus prices go up to 19 EUR, while charter transfers are much more expensive at 297 EUR.
How much does the Bilbao to Santander route cost overall?
For Bilbao to Santander, bus tickets cost between 11 EUR and 19 EUR. A charter transfer is also available at 297 EUR. The total price depends on the transport type and, for buses, on the specific service chosen.
Which option is fastest on the Bilbao to Santander route?
The fastest option from Bilbao to Santander is the charter transfer, which takes about 1 hour 14 minutes. The quickest bus services take about 1 hour 5 minutes, but bus journeys can also be much longer depending on the route and stops.
Where do buses leave from on the Bilbao to Santander route?
Buses on the Bilbao to Santander route depart from Bilbao and Barakaldo. The exact departure point depends on the service, so travelers should check the ticket details before departure.
Where do buses arrive on the Bilbao to Santander route?
Bus arrivals on the Bilbao to Santander route are listed for Santander and Santander Airport, Maliano. Some services go to the city, while others continue to the airport area.
How often do buses run from Bilbao to Santander?
There are 36 bus trips on the Bilbao to Santander route. The schedule includes departures from early morning to late night, but no fixed interval is listed, so departure times vary by service.
What are the first and last bus departures from Bilbao to Santander?
The first bus departure from Bilbao to Santander is at 01:45, and the last one is at 23:45. This gives a wide daily spread of departure times across the route.
Why does the travel time from Bilbao to Santander vary so much by bus?
Bus travel time from Bilbao to Santander ranges from about 1 hour 5 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes because different services follow different routes and stop patterns. Trips to Santander Airport, Maliano can take longer than direct services to Santander.
How does the charter transfer compare on the Bilbao to Santander route?
The charter transfer on the Bilbao to Santander route takes about 1 hour 14 minutes and costs 297 EUR. It is available between Bilbao Airport or Bilbao Hotel Transfer and several arrival points, including Santander Airport and Santander Hotel Transfer.
Can I book Bilbao to Santander tickets online?
Yes, tickets for the Bilbao to Santander route can be booked online through TicketRoutes.com. That is the simplest way to check the available bus services and compare the listed departure points, arrival points, and fares.
Which Bilbao to Santander bus route is the shortest?
The shortest listed bus journey from Bilbao to Santander is the direct Bilbao to Santander service, which takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 55 minutes. The Barakaldo to Santander service is longer, at about 1 hour 45 minutes.
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