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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Santander will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 35 buses from Bilbao to Santander, including 20 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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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Buses from Bilbao to Santander run on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 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 5m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bilbao to Santander.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santander buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h55 | 7:25 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 8:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 8:05 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 8:20 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 12:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 1:15 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Supra Economy | 1:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 3:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 3:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 10:35 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h10 | 9:55 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 9:15 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:40 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 11:55 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 11:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 12:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 12:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 3:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 1:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 1:25 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 3:15 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 2:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 2:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 2:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h25 | 5:55 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 4:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h25 | 3:55 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 6:35 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 4:10 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h55 | 5:25 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 5:10 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leading modern and contemporary art center by Renzo Piano, renowned for exhibitions, architecture, and exceptional bay views.
Excellent maritime museum covering Cantabrian seafaring, ecology, fishing, and naval history with aquariums and family-friendly displays.
Art museum focused on Cantabrian and Spanish painting, offering a compact but rewarding overview in a central historic setting.
Iconic peninsula park with palace grounds, beaches, mini-zoo area, and scenic walking routes. One of Santander’s essential outings.
Elegant seafront promenade linking gardens, monuments, and bay views. Ideal for a first walk through central Santander.
Dramatic headland viewpoint with cliffs, lighthouse scenery, and walking trails. A favorite for sunsets and Atlantic panoramas.
Cantabrian anchovies cured in salt or olive oil. Santander is famous for high-quality bocarte landed on this coast and served as a prized tapa.
Fresh hake with green sauce, usually with garlic, parsley, fish stock, peas and clams. A classic northern coastal dish tied to local fishing traditions.
Mountain stew from Cantabria with white beans, collard greens and pork products. Hearty inland cooking that is iconic across the region.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal Cantabrian products. Elegant setting and creative tasting menus with strong local identity.
Well-known dining room specializing in grilled fish and Cantabrian seafood. Smart but relaxed atmosphere with a strong local reputation.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic Santander cooking. Traditional atmosphere near the seafront.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Santander.
In almost every hour of the day and in only 1:20 hours to 2:00 hours you can travel by bus from Bilbao to Santander. Bus connections are also available on the route at 23:15 and 1:45 at night.
Modern buses of the Spanish buses company ALSA Transportes are in regular service on the Bilbao - Santander route.
All bus services offered by ALSA Transportes do not include transfers. The direct bus trips from Bilbao to Santander take between 1:20 and 2:00 hours
.From 6:00 a.m. to 23:15 p.m. ALSA Transportes offers bus connections on the route. You can also take the bus from Bilbao to Santander at 1:45 a.m. during the night. Between the departures there are usually no more than 60 minutes.
At which bus station does the bus start in Bilbao? buses depart from Bilbao at the bus station Estación de Autobuses in the street Gurtubay Kalea. It is located directly next to the station and tram stop San Mamés.
At which bus station does the bus arrive in Santander? The buses services end in Santander at the bus station in Plaza Estaciones. The main station is only a two-minute walk away.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Santander 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Santander buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander station pair, with some services arriving at Santander, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Santander bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander is 4 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the terminal.
Available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander: Elevators, ramps.
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