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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Santander

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

Cheapest price on 28 Sept

9Rp

Average ticket price on 28 Sept

9Rp

Fastest journey on 28 Sept

3 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 28 Sept

3 h 18 m

Trains on 28 Sept

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bilbao to Santander will cost around 9Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 9Rp.

Fast trains

On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 3 trains from Bilbao to Santander, including 3 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 34 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.

71870
8:45 AM3h11
Bilbao-Concordia
11:56 AMSantander station
9 Rp1One-way
0 changes
71874
7:06 PM3h34
Bilbao-Concordia
10:40 PMSantander station
9 Rp1One-way
0 changes
71872
1:32 PM3h09
Bilbao-Concordia
4:41 PMSantander station
9 Rp1One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Bilbao to Santander train times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santander trains for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
	6:31 PM Bilbao	3h30	10:01 PM Santander	0 changesdirect
Monday, 28 September
71870	8:45 AM Bilbao-Concordia	3h11	11:56 AM Santander station	0 changesdirect
71872	1:32 PM Bilbao-Concordia	3h09	4:41 PM Santander station	0 changesdirect
71874	7:06 PM Bilbao-Concordia	3h34	10:40 PM Santander station	0 changesdirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Bilbao to Santander trains with Omio?

Renfe operates all trains services from Bilbao to Santander.

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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Renfe with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bilbao to Santander.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Raileurope?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Santander.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bilbao to Santander?

The best time to book your train from Bilbao to Santander is 1 day before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bilbao to Santander route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bilbao to Santander per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bilbao to Santander.

Trains

from 9Rp

Coaches

from 8Rp

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Santander

Spain

Trains from Bilbao to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 9Rp but you can travel from only 8Rp by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 3h 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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from 8Rp

Distance

75 km

Average train duration

3h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

9Rp

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

3h 10m

First train

7:46 AM

Last train

7:36 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

63 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from 8Rp

Train companies: Renfe from Bilbao to Santander trainsRenfe trains will get you between Bilbao and Santander from 8Rp. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe

About

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Renfe Duration

3h 10m

Cheapest Renfe Price

9Rp

Renfe frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

一件手提行李和最多三件行李免费。

Luggage storage

车顶行李架、车厢末端的行李区，以及座位之间的空间

Cancellation Policy

根据票务条件可取消

Refund

因取消列车而提供全额退款

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

大多数长途列车上设有餐车（自助餐厅），提供热餐和冷餐、小吃及饮料。头等舱乘客享有座位服务。

Seat reservation

可选座位预订。某些票种包含在内，其他票种需额外收费。建议在高峰旅行时段使用。

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

轮椅空间、无障碍厕所和为行动不便的乘客提供的协助服务。

Pets

小型宠物在笼子里可以免费旅行。狗必须系上牵引绳并戴上嘴套，需要购买票。导盲犬可以免费旅行。

Quiet zone

FAQs: Bilbao to Santander train

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

Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Santander can start from as little as 9Rp when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Santander is 9Rp; 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 train from Bilbao to Santander is 3h 10m to travel the 75 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bilbao to Santander leaves at 7:46 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bilbao to Santander leaves at 7:36 pm.

Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Bilbao to Santander with Renfe. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Bilbao to Santander, you can count on Renfe for the best way to get you to Santander. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Santander and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Santander from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Santander including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Santander

Most Bilbao to Santander trains use the Bilbao-Concordia to Santander station pair, with some services arriving at Valdecilla La Marga. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Santander train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bilbao

Arrival train stations in Santander

Which Bilbao station do trains to Santander leave from?

Trains from Bilbao to Santander leave from Bilbao-Concordia. The station is from Bilbao city centre at 48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain.

Bilbao-Concordia48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao-Concordia from Bilbao city centre

BusA3631, A3632 · 5m · 2Rp · every ~7 min

03, 28, 30, 71, 72, 77, A1, A7, A9, G2 · 6m · 2Rp · every ~51 min

TramTr · 1m · 2Rp · every ~16 min

Bilbao-Concordia train station facilities and services

Bilbao-Concordia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bilbao-Concordia.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bilbao-Concordia.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao-Concordia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bilbao-Concordia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Concordia.

Basurto-Hospital48002 Bilbao, Biscay, Spain Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to Basurto-Hospital from Bilbao city centre

Basurto-Hospital is 2 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:

Train5m · 1Rp

C4, C5 · 6m · 1Rp · every ~3 min

Bus28, 58, 85, G6 · 10m · 2Rp · every ~21 min

TramTr · 17m · 2Rp · every ~16 min

Basurto-Hospital train station facilities and services

Basurto-Hospital has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basurto-Hospital.

Which Santander station do trains from Bilbao arrive at?

Trains from Bilbao to Santander most often arrive at Santander. Some services arrive at Valdecilla La Marga, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Santander arrival station.

Santander39008 Santander, Cantabria, Spain Parking

Santander train station facilities and services

Santander has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.