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Compare train and bus for Irun to Santander
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Irun to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$24 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $24 (€20) compared to roughly $64 (€53) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 24m 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 Irun to Santander
How to get from Irun to Santander by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Irun to Santander is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal · Normal3:30 PM4h00Irun, Txanaleta Plaza7:30 PMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way1 transfer
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Normal · Normal3:30 PM4h00Irun, Txanaleta Plaza7:30 PMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way1 transfer
Fastest
Normal12:30 AM3h15Irun, Txanaleta Plaza3:45 AMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way0 transfers
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Normal · Normal11:00 AM4h10Irun, Txanaleta Plaza3:10 PMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal4:00 PM4h30Irun, Txanaleta Plaza8:30 PMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal9:30 AM4h30Irun, Txanaleta Plaza2:00 PMSantander, Estación de Autobuses$221One-way1 transfer
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- Around 14 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Irun and Santander as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Irun, Txanaleta Plaza and arrive in Santander, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra to go to Santander by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with Alsa.
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