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

The cheapest way to get from Cantabria to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs €4 - €9 and takes 1h 30m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cantabria and Bilbao?

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

Is there a direct train between Cantabria and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander and arriving at Bilbao. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Cantabria to Bilbao?

The distance between Cantabria and Bilbao is 100 km. The road distance is 101.5 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Cantabria to Bilbao bus from?

Cantabria to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where do I catch the Cantabria to Bilbao train from?

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

Train or bus from Cantabria to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Cantabria to Bilbao is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €8 - €14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €23 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cantabria to Bilbao bus arrive?

Cantabria to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Cantabria to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cantabria to Bilbao?

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

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from Cantabria to Bilbao?

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
1h 30m
€8–14
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Santander to Bilbaorideshare 100.1 km
1h 30m
€4–9
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
3h 10m
€8–23
Drive 101.5 km
1. Drive from Santander to Bilbaocar 101.5 km
1h 10m
€16–23

Cantabria to Bilbao by bus

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Distance: 99.9 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodal hourly. Tickets cost €8–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Bilbao 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–23 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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