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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Biscay is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Biscay?

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 Santander and Biscay?

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 Santander to Biscay?

The distance between Santander and Biscay is 100 km. The road distance is 104.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Biscay without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €7 - €16.

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

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Biscay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Biscay train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Biscay?

The best way to get from Santander to Biscay is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs €7 - €16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €8 - €23 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Santander to Biscay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Biscay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Biscay?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Biscay is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Santander to Biscay.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to Biscay?

Book your Santander to Biscay train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Biscay?

Book your Santander to Biscay bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Biscay?

There are 1770+ hotels available in Biscay.

Can I share a ride from Santander to Biscay?

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Biscay 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
€7–16
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 104.3 km
1. Drive from Santander to Biscaycar 104.3 km
1h 9m
€17–24

Santander to Biscay by bus

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Distance: 99.9 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Biscay, Basque Country, 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. Two other operators also service this route. 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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