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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Santander
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
75 km
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 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 $12.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bilbao for Santander on Sat, Nov 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 3 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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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bilbao to Santander
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bilbao to Santander train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santander trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 71870 | 7:31 AM Bilbao-Concordia | 3h30 | 11:01 AM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 71872 | 12:31 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 3h30 | 4:01 PM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 71874 | 6:31 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 3h30 | 10:01 PM Santander station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao to Santander
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Trains from Bilbao to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 07:53 |
Last train 19:36 |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve from Bilbao to Santander trainsRenfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve trains will get you between Bilbao and Santander from $10 (€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: Trains from Bilbao to Santander
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.
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