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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Bilbao
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
9฿
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
9฿
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
3 h 16 m
Trains on 29 Sept
3
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 9฿ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 9฿.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 3 trains from Santander to Bilbao, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.
718556:58 PM3h23Santander station10:21 PMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes- 718517:58 AM3h22Santander station11:20 AMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes
- 718531:53 PM3h04Santander station4:57 PMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes
- 718531:53 PM3h04Santander station4:57 PMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes
- 718517:58 AM3h22Santander station11:20 AMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes
- 718556:58 PM3h23Santander station10:21 PMBilbao-Concordia9 ฿1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Santander to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71851 | On time 7:58 AM Santander station | 3h22 | 11:20 AM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 71853 | On time 1:53 PM Santander station | 3h04 | 4:57 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 71855 | On time 6:58 PM Santander station | 3h23 | 10:21 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Bilbao
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Trains from Santander to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 9฿ but you can travel from only 8฿ by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 75 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price 9฿ |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 7:46 AM |
Last train 7:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Renfe from Santander to Bilbao trainsRenfe trains will get you between Santander and Bilbao from 8฿. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santander to Bilbao train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Bilbao
Most Santander to Bilbao trains use the Santander to Bilbao-Concordia station pair, with some services arriving at Basurto-Hospital. Use this guide to compare Santander and Bilbao train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santander station do trains to Bilbao leave from?
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.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Santander.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santander.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Getting to Valdecilla La Marga from Santander city centre
Valdecilla La Marga train station facilities and services
Valdecilla La Marga has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valdecilla La Marga: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Bilbao station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Bilbao-Concordia from Bilbao city centre
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.
Getting to Basurto-Hospital from Bilbao city centre
Basurto-Hospital is 2 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve from Bilbao city centre
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve is 4 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve train station facilities and services
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve.
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