Santander to Bilbao bus with Alsa

Fri, 14 Aug
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santander to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for 14 Aug

Cheapest price

13S$

Average price

16S$

Fastest journey

1 h 15 m

Average duration

1 h 15 m

Buses per day

58

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santander to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santander to Bilbao will cost around 16S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 13S$.

Fast coaches

Of the 58 buses that leave Santander for Bilbao every day 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

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.

  • AlsaNormal
    8:05 AM1h15
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    9:20 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    8:45 PM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    10:15 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    11:00 AM1h40
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    12:40 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    12:00 PM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    1:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    9:00 AM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    10:30 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    13 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Santander to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 13S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 13S$, and a train costs an average of 11S$.

Distance: 75 km

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Train

14S$

Average Price

Cheapest

14S$

Average Price

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 56m

Average total duration

2h 26m

Onboard

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30m

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Alsa

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Renfe

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Live departures

Santander to Bilbao bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
BlaBlaCar8:40 PM Santander
1h10
9:50 PM Bilbao0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar11:00 PM Santander
1h10
12:10 AM Bilbao0 changesdirect
BlaBlaCar11:30 PM Santander
0h40
12:10 AM Bilbao0 changesdirect
Friday, 14 August
AlsaNormal6:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
7:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
8:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
8:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal7:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h00
9:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
9:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal8:05 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
9:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal8:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h20
11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal9:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal10:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h30
12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h50
1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal10:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h35
1:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
12:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal11:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h25
2:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal11:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h00
1:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
1:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal12:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h50
3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h45
2:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal1:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h55
4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal1:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h40
4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal2:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal2:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h15
4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal2:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h45
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal2:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal2:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h05
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal2:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal3:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
4:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal3:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
4:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal3:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h25
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
5:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h45
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal4:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h00
6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal4:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal4:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
6:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal5:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
1h30
6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal6:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h30
8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
3h30
9:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h35
9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal6:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h50
9:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal7:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal7:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal7:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h40
10:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal7:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
2h45
10:05 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 change

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Compare prices and tickets Santander to Bilbao by train or coach

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Why should you book Santander to Bilbao coaches with Omio?

Alsa as well as Alsa Supra offer coaches services from Santander to Bilbao.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santander to Bilbao.

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 Santander to Bilbao.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santander to Bilbao.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Bilbao.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Santander to Bilbao.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander to Bilbao

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Buses from Santander to Bilbao run on average 45 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 13S$ but you can travel from only 11S$ by train.

There are 26 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from 11S$
Distance
75 km
Average bus duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
13S$
Buses per day
45
Direct buses
26
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
12:45 AM
Last bus
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
91 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from 11S$

Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Santander to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santander to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as 11S$. 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
13S$
Alsa frequency
41 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
23S$
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.

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

FAQs: Santander to Bilbao coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Bilbao by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santander to Bilbao can start from as little as 13S$ when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander to Bilbao is 14S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Santander to Bilbao is 1h 15m to travel the 75 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 12:45 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 11:45 pm.
Yes, there are 26 direct coaches a day from Santander to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander to Bilbao, you can count on Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Santander , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Santander, Estación de Autobuses, Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander . When arriving in Bilbao , you can end your trip in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Bilbao from Santander is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santander to Bilbao is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Bilbao including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander to Bilbao:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa Supra
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander to Bilbao for coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander to Bilbao depends on the coach 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 coach with coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Santander to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santander to Bilbao:
  • 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 coach 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.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santander to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Bilbao

Most Santander to Bilbao buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Bilbao 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 · 2S$ · every ~3 min
Shuttle10m · 132S$

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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