What is the cheapest way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao is to bus which costs €11 - €20 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs €19 - €28.

Is there a direct bus between Cave of Altamira and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Santillana Del Mar and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Estación de autobuses de Santander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cave of Altamira and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Puente San Miguel and arriving at Bilbao via Valdecilla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

The distance between Cave of Altamira and Bilbao is 138 km. The road distance is 123.2 km.

How do I travel from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs €11 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cave of Altamira to Bilbao bus from?

Cave of Altamira to Bilbao bus services, operated by Autobuses La Cantábrica, depart from Santillana Del Mar station.

Where do I catch the Cave of Altamira to Bilbao train from?

Cave of Altamira to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Valdecilla station.

Train or bus from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs €11 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €35 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cave of Altamira to Bilbao bus arrive?

Cave of Altamira to Bilbao bus services, operated by Autobuses La Cantábrica, arrive at Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where does the Cave of Altamira to Bilbao train arrive?

Cave of Altamira to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Cave of Altamira to Bilbao is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Cave of Altamira to Bilbao - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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1. Take the bus from Santillana Del Mar to Estación de autobuses de Santanderbus
2. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
3h 37m
€11–19
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Valdecilla to Bilbaotrain
5h 50m
€11–31
Drive 123.2 km
1. Drive from Cave of Altamira to Bilbaocar 123.2 km
1h 27m
€20–28

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Distance: 137.9 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Cave of Altamira, Cantabria, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a vehicle from Cave of Altamira to Bilbao Intermodal via Santillana Del Mar and Estación de autobuses de Santander in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Valdecilla to Bilbao 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–23 and the journey takes 3h 7m.

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