Santander to Bilbao Airport bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Bilbao Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 26

Cheapest price on Oct 26

$4

Average ticket price on Oct 26

$7

Fastest journey on Oct 26

20 m

Average journey duration on Oct 26

44 m

Buses on Oct 26

5

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao Airport 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 Airport will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.

Fast buses

On Mon, Oct 26, we found 5 buses from Santander to Bilbao Airport, including 5 direct services.

On Mon, Oct 26 the direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

On Mon, Oct 26 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    6:40 PM0h20
    Santander
    7:00 PMBilbao Airport
    $41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    6:10 AM0h40
    Santander
    6:50 AMBilbao Airport
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    8:30 AM0h50
    Santander
    9:20 AMBilbao Airport
    $71One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    8:50 AM0h40
    Santander
    9:30 AMBilbao Airport
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    12:00 PM1h10
    Santander
    1:10 PMBilbao Airport
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport

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Buses from Santander to Bilbao Airport run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 if you book in advance.

There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:45. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 10m.

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
45 miles (74 km)
Average bus duration
1h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$10
Buses per day
48
Direct buses
27
Fastest bus
1h 10m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
6:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
28 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Santander to Bilbao Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Santander to Bilbao Airport.

Cheap bus tickets from Santander to Bilbao Airport can start from as little as $10 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Santander to Bilbao Airport is $13 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport leaves at 6:45 PM.
Yes, there are 27 direct buses a day from Santander to Bilbao Airport with Alsa, Alsa Supra. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Santander to Bilbao Airport Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
06:40AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:10AM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
07:10AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:40AM
Arrival Time
07:50AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:50AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
10:50AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
02:40PM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:40PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
04:40PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
06:40PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:40PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
0h20
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$4
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:20PM
Arrival Time
08:20PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:40PM
Arrival Time
08:40PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:20PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
10:40PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
10:20PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$8

Live departures

Santander to Bilbao Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao Airport buses for today, Sunday, October 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
BlaBlaCar6:20 AM Santander
0h50
7:10 AM Bilbao Airport0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar3:20 PM Santander
0h50
4:10 PM Bilbao Airport0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar5:00 PM Santander
1h00
6:00 PM Bilbao Airport0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar6:00 PM Santander
0h40
6:40 PM Bilbao Airport0 transfersDirect
BlaBlaCar10:00 PM Santander
0h40
10:40 PM Bilbao Airport0 transfersDirect

Find all the dates and times for this journey

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Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra from Santander to Bilbao AirportYou can travel by bus between Santander to Bilbao Airport with Alsa, Alsa Supra for as low as $10. 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 Alsa Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Alsa Price
$10
Alsa frequency
48 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 Alsa Supra Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Alsa Supra Price
$18
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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Santander and Bilbao Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport, you can count on Alsa, Alsa Supra for the best way to get you to Bilbao Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Santander and Bilbao Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport for bus company Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa Supra
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible restrooms.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao Airport 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao Airport:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • Alsa Supra
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport. 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.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport with the following bus company: Alsa, Alsa Supra
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport with the following bus company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport with the following bus company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.

FAQs: Bus from Santander to Bilbao Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Bilbao Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Yes, you can take a bus between Santander and Bilbao Airport.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Santander to Bilbao Airport

Most Santander to Bilbao Airport buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Bilbao Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Santander
Arrival bus stations in Bilbao
Santander, Estación de AutobusesSantander Bus Station, Calle Navas de Tolosa 2, 39002
Santander, Aeropuerto De SantanderCarretera del Aeropuerto, s/n, 39600 Camargo, Cantabria, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander from Santander city centre

Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:

BusALSA - S4 Std-Aer · 15m · $2 · every ~3 min
Shuttle10m · $101

Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander bus station facilities and services

Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.

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