How much is the bus ticket from Bilbao to Santander?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bilbao to Santander start from $14. The average price for this route is around $14. 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 trip duration from Bilbao to Santander is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 46 miles (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 train operators operate on this route with 37 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bilbao to Santander?

The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Santander at 12:45am. 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 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Bilbao to Santander from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 10m	9:55am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 50m	10:35am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15am	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	3:45am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 50m	10:35am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 50m	12:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 30m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 30m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	11:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 50m	2:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 10m	9:55am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 55m	9:55am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 50m	12:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 55m	1:55pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Estación Autobuses	2h 45m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bilbao to Santander

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

46 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $24	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $14	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Santander?

Stops in Bilbao

A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
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B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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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
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B
Santander Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,921 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Customers appreciate the comfortable and professional staff, as well as the fast and efficient service that is always on time in a clean coach. However, some mention that for longer trips, the cramped space of this no-frills service may not be ideal.

ALSA Bilbao Santander recent customer reviews

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.

September 23, 2022

We really enjoyed our bus ride to Santander from Bilbao. The bus was on time, comfortable and the price was very affordable.

Cristina G.

December 14, 2019

I could not find the bus because it was in a different area and it was not written Santander on it. Otherwise the lady on board was friendly and helpful.

Raoul D.

September 13, 2019

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $14. The average price for this route is around $14. 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 trip duration from Bilbao to Santander is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 46 miles (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 train operators operate on this route with 37 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bilbao to Santander?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Santander at 12:45am. 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 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/13

$10

12/14

$10

Today

$10

12/16

$10

12/17

$10

12/18

$10

12/19

$10

12/20

$10

The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Santander was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $10

To 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 $10 to $18 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 $10 which is on 2025-12-17.