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Compare train and bus for Santander to Pamplona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Pamplona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Kč 562 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč 562, while a bus costs an average of Kč 688.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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Kč 688 Average price | Kč 562 Average price Cheapest | Kč 1,115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Santander to Pamplona
Compare the available ways to get from Santander to Pamplona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Pamplona:
A train is Kč 126 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Pamplona costing on average Kč 688.
Other travel options to Pamplona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 20m.
Tickets start at around Kč 688 compared to roughly Kč 1,115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč 428. The journey takes 4h 17m versus 2h 55m 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 Santander to Pamplona
How to get from Santander to Pamplona by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Santander to Pamplona is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal · Normal1:00 PM 5h30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses 6:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) Kč 692 1 One-way 1 transfer
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Normal · Normal1:00 PM 5h30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses 6:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) Kč 692 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
Normal · Normal1:00 PM 5h30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses 6:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) Kč 692 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
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006219:20 AM 8h01 Santander station 5:21 PM Pamplona station Kč 1,464 1 One-way 1 transfer
04072 · 006217:05 AM 10h16 Santander station 5:21 PM Pamplona station Kč 1,892 1 One-way 1 transfer
Normal · Normal5:00 PM 5h30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses 10:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) Kč 692 1 One-way 1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Pamplona:
A train is Kč 126 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander to Pamplona costing on average Kč 688.
Other travel options to Pamplona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 20m.
- Around 4 buses per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santander and Pamplona as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Santander station and arrive in Pamplona station.
- Buses mostly depart from Santander, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda).
- Travel with Alsa, Conda to go to Pamplona by bus.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe to go to Pamplona by train.
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