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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Bilbao
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Bilbao 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 Santander for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 14 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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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Compare train and bus for Santander to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Bilbao 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 24m. 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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3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santander to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 71851 | 6:46 AM Santander station | 3h24 | 10:10 AM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 71853 | 12:46 PM Santander station | 3h10 | 3:56 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 71855 | 5:46 PM Santander station | 3h22 | 9:08 PM Bilbao-Concordia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 8m. 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 19:39. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 07:53 |
Last train 19:39 |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve from Santander to Bilbao trainsRenfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve trains will get you between Santander and Bilbao 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 Santander to Bilbao
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.
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