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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€8
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€9
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Buses on Sep 19
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 buses from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:00 AM1h45Bilbao-Abando9:45 AMSantander station€81One-way0 transfers- 9:00 AM1h45Bilbao-Abando10:45 AMSantander station€81One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM1h05Bilbao-Abando6:05 PMSantander station€91One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM1h05Bilbao-Abando6:05 PMSantander station€91One-way0 transfers
- 9:00 AM1h45Bilbao-Abando10:45 AMSantander station€81One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM1h45Bilbao-Abando9:45 AMSantander station€81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bilbao-Abando to Santander station
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€10 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station:
A train is €1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station costing on average €10.
Other travel options to Santander station take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 30m.
Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €7. The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bilbao-Abando to Santander station Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €8 |
Live departures
Bilbao-Abando to Santander station bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao-Abando to Santander station buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Bilbao-Abando | 1h45 | 9:45 AM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Bilbao-Abando | 1h45 | 10:45 AM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1h05 | 6:05 PM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station
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Buses from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 6:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra from Bilbao-Abando to Santander stationYou can travel by bus between Bilbao-Abando to Santander station with Alsa, Alsa Supra for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao-Abando to Santander station by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santander station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
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