What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria is to rideshare which costs €5 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Cantabria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Estación de autobuses de Santander. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Cantabria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao and arriving at Santander. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Cantabria?

The distance between Bilbao and Cantabria is 100 km. The road distance is 101.2 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Cantabria without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €8 - €14.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Cantabria?

The bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de autobuses de Santander takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Cantabria bus from?

Bilbao to Cantabria bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Cantabria train from?

Bilbao to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Cantabria?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cantabria is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €8 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €23 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Bilbao to Cantabria bus arrive?

Bilbao to Cantabria bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where does the Bilbao to Cantabria train arrive?

Bilbao to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Cantabria?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Cantabria is 101 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Bilbao to Cantabria.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Cantabria?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Cantabria?

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Where can I stay near Cantabria?

There are 2624+ hotels available in Cantabria.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Cantabria?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bilbao and Cantabria. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bilbao to Cantabria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to Cantabria by bus, train (Renfe), rideshare, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de autobuses de Santanderbus ALSA - Irun-Stder / ...
1h 30m
€8–14
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Santanderrideshare 99.8 km
1h 29m
€5
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao to Santandertrain
3h 30m
€8–23
Drive 101.2 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Santandercar 101.2 km
1h 10m
€16–23

Bilbao to Cantabria by bus

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Distance: 100.2 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Cantabria, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de autobuses de Santander hourly. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao to Santander 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–23 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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