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Compare train and bus for Castelló de la Plana to Santander
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Castelló de la Plana to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 309 miles (498 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$25 Average price Cheapest | $52 Average price | $176 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 23m Average total duration 11h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Castelló de la Plana to Santander
Compare the available ways to get from Castelló de la Plana to Santander, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Castelló de la Plana to Santander:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castelló de la Plana to Santander costing on average $52.
Other travel options to Santander take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 23m.
Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $176 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $152. The journey takes 11h 53m versus 6h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Castelló de la Plana to Santander
How to get from Castelló de la Plana to Santander by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Castelló de la Plana to Santander is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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BILMAN9:00 AM 12h30 Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano 9:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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BILMAN9:00 AM 12h30 Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano 9:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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BILMAN9:15 PM 11h15 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station 8:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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041436:00 AM 11h51 Castellón De La Plana 5:51 PM Santander station $144 1 One-way 1 transfer
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BILMAN8:40 AM 12h50 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station 9:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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BILMAN7:10 AM 14h20 Castellón de la Plana, Plaça País Valenciano 9:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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BILMAN7:00 AM 14h30 Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station 9:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses $70 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Castelló de la Plana to Santander:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castelló de la Plana to Santander costing on average $52.
Other travel options to Santander take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 23m.
- Around 9 buses per day.
- Around 1 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Castelló de la Plana and Santander as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station and arrive in Santander, Estación de Autobuses.
- Trains mostly depart from Castellón De La Plana and arrive in Santander station.
- Flights mostly depart from Valencia Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
- Travel with Bilman Bus, Hife, Alsa to go to Santander by bus.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Santander by train.
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