What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Altamira?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Altamira is to bus and train which costs €13 - €20 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Altamira?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Altamira is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Altamira?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Altamira. However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at San Cristobal via Bilbao Intermodal and Zabalburu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Altamira?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Altamira. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at San Kristobal-Busturia via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Santander to Altamira?

The distance between Santander and Altamira is 143 km. The road distance is 129.8 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Altamira without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Altamira without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 59m and costs €13 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Altamira?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Santander to Altamira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Altamira bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Altamira train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Altamira?

The best way to get from Santander to Altamira is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €11 - €28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €18 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Santander to Altamira bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Altamira train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Altamira?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Altamira is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Santander to Altamira.

Where can I stay near Altamira?

There are 1260+ hotels available in Altamira.

Santander to Altamira - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromSantander to Altamira

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Altamira by bus, train, train (Renfe), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to San Kristobal-Busturiatrain E4
2h 59m
€14–20
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to San Kristobal-Busturiatrain E4
4h 36m
€12–27
Drive 129.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to Altamiracar 129.8 km
1h 41m
€21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Zabalburu to San Cristobalbus A3515
3h 27m
€12–18

Santander to Altamira by bus, subway, and train

143Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santander to Altamira.

Launch map view

Distance: 143.4 km
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Altamira, Basque Country, Spain?

You can take a train from Santander to San Kristobal-Busturia via Bilbao and Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to San Cristobal via Bilbao Intermodal and Zabalburu in around 3h 27m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Spain

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.