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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Irun is to bus which costs €17 - €40 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Irun is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Irun?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Irun. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Irun?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Irun. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Irun via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Santander to Irun?

The distance between Santander and Irun is 215 km. The road distance is 215.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Irun without a car is to bus via San Sebastián - Bus Station which takes 3h 19m and costs €18 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Santander to Irun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Irun bus from?

Santander to Irun bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Santander station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Irun train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Irun?

The best way to get from Santander to Irun is to bus via San Sebastián - Bus Station which takes 3h 19m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €40 and takes 7h.

Where does the Santander to Irun bus arrive?

Santander to Irun bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at San Sebastián - Bus Station.

Where does the Santander to Irun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Irun?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Irun is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Santander to Irun.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Irun?

There are 2519+ hotels available in Irun.

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

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

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Bus via San Sebastián - Bus Station
best
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 19m
€18–35
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
7h
€16–36
Drive 215.1 km
1. Drive from Santander to Iruncar 215.1 km
2h 18m
€35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Irunbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
3h 20m
€17–40

Santander to Irun by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215 km
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Irun, Spain?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Santander to San Sebastián - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Irun via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Amara-Donostia in around 7h.

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