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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Orio is to train which costs €12 - €35 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Orio is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Orio?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Orio. However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Orio - Orio Gaina via Bilbao Intermodal and Zarautz - Nafarroa Kalea 54 -iñurritza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Orio?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Orio. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Aia-Orio via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Santander to Orio?

The distance between Santander and Orio is 186 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Orio without a car is to bus via Bilbao which takes 3h 24m and costs €18 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Santander to Orio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Orio bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Orio train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Orio?

The best way to get from Santander to Orio is to bus via Bilbao which takes 3h 24m and costs €18 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €35 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Santander to Orio bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Orio train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Orio?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Orio is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Santander to Orio.

Where can I stay near Orio?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Orio.

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

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

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Bus via Bilbao
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 Zarautz - Suhiltzaileen Biribilguneabus Do01
3h 24m
€19–29
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Aia-Oriotrain E1
6h 20m
€13–31
Drive 184.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Oriocar 184.6 km
1h 59m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Donostia - Federico Garcia Lorca 2 to Orio - Aita Lertxundi 28bus Uk09
4h 5m
€20–34

Santander to Orio by bus and foot

107Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.8 km
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Orio - Orio Gaina via Bilbao Intermodal, Zarautz - Suhiltzaileen Biribilgunea, and Zarautz - Nafarroa Kalea 54 -iñurritza in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Aia-Orio via Bilbao and Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao in around 6h 20m.

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