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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Get from Bilbao to Santander
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bilbao and Santander
Stops in Bilbao
- A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao - B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Santander
- A
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2
Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
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According to user feedback, the bus service is generally appreciated for its cleanliness and comfort. The staff has been described as professional, contributing to a positive travel experience. However, some users noted that not all buses have toilet facilities and there were occasional issues with departure information at terminals.
ALSA Bilbao Santander recent customer reviews
I was under the impression that the bus would have a toilet facility, not on this one! Was booked to travel on bus 4 ,but on the terminal screen the departure bay was not shown in order I would have thought that one would start with bus 1 then continue in order through to bus 10
Charles R.
No frills service which was fine for the trip would not like to do a really long trip in such a cramped space
Vicki B.
We really enjoyed our bus ride to Santander from Bilbao. The bus was on time, comfortable and the price was very affordable.
Cristina G.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Santander by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bilbao to Santander?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bilbao to Santander start from $20. The average price for this route is around $21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bilbao to Santander?
The average bus travel time from Bilbao to Santander is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Bilbao to Santander route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bilbao to Santander?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Santander at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bilbao to Santander?
A bus trip from Bilbao to Santander generates an estimated 1.8242 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Santander was searched and found on Sep 16, 2026 with a price of $15To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Santander, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $26 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2026-09-19.
