The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Santoña
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
24 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
48 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Santoña is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Santoña will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 15 buses that leave Bilbao for Santoña on Mon, Dec 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 30 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.










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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bilbao to Santoña
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Santoña among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 29 miles (48 km)
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€6 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bilbao to Santoña Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Bilbao to Santoña bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santoña buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:15 PM Bilbao | 4h15 | 7:30 PM Santoña | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Bilbao | 1h05 | 5:35 PM Santoña | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
Normal · Normal | 6:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 8:30 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 11:30 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:30 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Santoña
Buses from Bilbao to Santoña run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $6 (€4) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 29 miles (48 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 0m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 21:20 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Bilbao to SantoñaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Santoña with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $6 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Santoña
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Santoña 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 Santoña, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña, located 0.6 miles (909 m) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bilbao to Santoña, follow these tips:
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Santoña
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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