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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Espelette is to bus via Halte Routière which costs €21 - €35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Espelette is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Bilbao Intermodal and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Espelette?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at St Jean De Luz Ciboure via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Errekalde-Donostia and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from Santander to Espelette?

The distance between Santander and Espelette is 259 km. The road distance is 250.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Espelette without a car is to bus via Halte Routière which takes 6h 3m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Santander to Espelette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Espelette bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Espelette train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Espelette?

The best way to get from Santander to Espelette is to bus via Halte Routière which takes 6h 3m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €45 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Santander to Espelette bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Espelette train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Espelette is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Santander to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 2041+ hotels available in Espelette.

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

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

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Bus via Halte Routière
best
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-Luzbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 3m
€22–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Errekalde-Donostiatrain E1
9h 59m
€20–41
Drive 250.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to Espelettecar 250.8 km
2h 47m
€40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 3m
€22–34

Santander to Espelette by bus

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Distance: 258.9 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Espelette, France?

You can take a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Mendi Alde Bourg via Bilbao Intermodal and Halte Routière in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Mendi Alde Bourg via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Errekalde-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, and Halte Routière in around 9h 59m.

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