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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Bilbao
Showing times and prices for Dec 16
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 6 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Bilbao will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Fast buses
Of the 49 buses that leave Santander for Bilbao on Tue, Dec 16, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.
12:001h10
Santander13:10Bilbao
$61One-way
0 transfers
14:401h00
Santander15:40Bilbao
$61One-way
0 transfers
14:100h50
Santander15:00Bilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers
13:401h30
Santander15:10Bilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers
18:301h20
Santander19:50Bilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers
14:100h50
Santander15:00Bilbao
$81One-way
0 transfers
14:401h00
Santander15:40Bilbao
$61One-way
0 transfers
12:001h10
Santander13:10Bilbao
$61One-way
0 transfers
Normal08:051h15
Santander, Estación de Autobuses09:20Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
$101One-way
0 transfers
Supra Economy12:301h15
Santander, Estación de Autobuses13:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
$181One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santander to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santander to Bilbao Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 00:20 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 03:10 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:10 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 08:40 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 09:20 | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 09:10 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:40 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:05 | Arrival Time 09:20 | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:40 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10 | Arrival Time 09:40 | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:20 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:40 | Arrival Time 13:30 | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:40 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 13:10 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:40 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 14:10 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 14:45 | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 13:20 | Arrival Time 16:40 | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 14:40 | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 13:40 | Arrival Time 15:10 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 14:50 | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 14:10 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 14:40 | Arrival Time 15:40 | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 14:40 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 16:40 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 15:20 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 16:50 | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 16:20 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 16:40 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 17:20 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:50 | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 18:40 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 20:45 | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 19:20 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 19:50 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 20:20 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 20:40 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 21:10 | Arrival Time 21:50 | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 21:20 | Arrival Time 22:20 | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 21:20 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 23:15 | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 23:45 | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Santander to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao buses for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 8:19 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 10:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h00 | 12:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h45 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 12:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 11:15 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1h30 | 12:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 11:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 12:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h50 | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h20 | 3:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h40 | 3:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 3:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1h45 | 4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 2:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h10 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 4:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h30 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 3:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1h30 | 4:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 4:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h50 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 4:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h00 | 7:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h00 | 8:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h20 | 8:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 5:40 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 7:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h55 | 9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h40 | 9:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 6:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h15 | 9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 7:20 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 9:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 16 | |||||
| Normal | 1:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 3:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 5:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 6:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 7:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 6:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 7:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h00 | 8:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 8:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 7:05 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 8:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Supra Economy | 7:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h50 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h20 | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h10 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 8:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 9:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Bilbao
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Buses from Santander to Bilbao run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Santander to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santander to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $10 (€8). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$10 (€8)
Alsa frequency
39 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Alsa Supra
About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an "Ociobus" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Price
$18 (€15)
Alsa Supra frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$14 (€11)
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Buses from Santander to Bilbao
Buses from Santander to Bilbao depart from early morning at regular intervals until late evening. The traveling time is between 1 hour 10 minutes and 1 hour 55 minutes to Bilbao bus station, located close to the sports stadium in the west of this Basque city. Alsa is one of the main companies throughout Spain; its buses then continue from Bilbao onwards to Zaragoza.
FAQs: Bus from Santander to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Santander to Bilbao can start from as little as $10 (€8) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Santander to Bilbao is $10 (€8); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Santander to Bilbao bus time is 1 h 15 min covering the 46 mile (74 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 12: 45AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, there are 25 direct buses a day from Santander to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the route from Santander to Bilbao you can take a bus with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Santander and Bilbao on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Santander, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Bilbao from Santander is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Santander to Bilbao by bus is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bilbao from Santander including taking a train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Santander to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao for bus providers Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus and FlixBus.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bilbao are:
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, a modern and contemporary art museum known for its innovative architecture by Frank Gehry
- Casco Viejo, the old town of Bilbao featuring narrow streets, historic buildings, and vibrant local markets
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, a museum housing a diverse collection of artworks from the Middle Ages to contemporary pieces
- Santiago Cathedral, a Gothic-style cathedral with a rich history dating back to the 14th century
- Zubizuri Bridge, a striking white arch bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava offering scenic views of the city.
The best things to do in Bilbao include:
- Mount Artxanda, a scenic viewpoint accessible by funicular offering panoramic views of the city
- La Ribera Market, a vibrant market offering fresh produce, local delicacies, and a lively atmosphere
- A walk along the Nervión River, providing a relaxing experience with beautiful views of the cityscape
- Enjoying pintxos, the Basque version of tapas, in one of the many local bars
- Exploring the Azkuna Zentroa, a cultural and leisure center housed in a former wine warehouse.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus and FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Santander to Bilbao, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao:
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Santander to Bilbao. The following conditions apply:
- 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.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Santander to Bilbao with the following bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus and FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao with the following bus companies: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus and FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao with the following bus companies: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus and FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Bilbao
Santander
Bilbao
The major bus station for departures in Santander is Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander for your trip from Santander to Bilbao.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WCinformation
Distance to city center
4 km
Car connection
Carretera del AeropuertoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
- Bus: 13, 23 Train: FEVE
Santander, Estación de Autobuses
information
The major bus station for arrivals in Bilbao is Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Bilbao from Santander.
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Gurtubay KaleaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
Most popular bus connections from Santander
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