What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol is to bus and fly which costs €35 - €170 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs €65 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Riviera del Sol?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Riviera del Sol. However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Riviera del Sol via Estación de autobuses de Burgos and Terminal Fuengirola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Riviera del Sol?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Riviera del Sol. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Fuengirola via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Málaga M.Z. Cercanías. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

The distance between Santander and Riviera del Sol is 787 km. The road distance is 929.4 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Riviera del Sol without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol without a car is to train which takes 9h 2m and costs €100 - €220.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Riviera del Sol bus from?

Santander to Riviera del Sol bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de autobuses de Santander station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Riviera del Sol train from?

Santander to Riviera del Sol train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train, bus or fly from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

The best way to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €100 - €220 and takes 9h 2m, you could also bus via Burgos, which costs €85 - €140 and takes 15h 55m.

Where does the Santander to Riviera del Sol bus arrive?

Santander to Riviera del Sol bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de autobuses de Burgos station.

Where does the Santander to Riviera del Sol train arrive?

Santander to Riviera del Sol train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Riviera del Sol?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Riviera del Sol is 929 km. It takes approximately 10h 30m to drive from Santander to Riviera del Sol.

Where can I stay near Riviera del Sol?

There are 8282+ hotels available in Riviera del Sol.

Santander to Riviera del Sol - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

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Fly from Santander Airport
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Málaga Airport (AGP)plane SDR - AGP
3h 6m
€68–241
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Málaga Airport (AGP)plane BIO - AGP
6h 37m
€36–163
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria Zambranotrain Ave
9h 2m
€101–219
Bus via Burgos
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Estación de autobuses de Burgosbus ALSA - San-Mad / ...
2. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Burgos to Estación de Autobuses de Málagabus ALSA - Simn
15h 55m
€88–140
Drive 929.4 km
1. Drive from Santander to Riviera del Solcar 929.4 km
10h 30m
€152–219
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Málagabus Irun
18h 16m
€90–133

Santander to Riviera del Sol by train and bus

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Distance: 787.3 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Riviera del Sol, Spain?

Volotea, Iberia, and Vueling Airlines fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Málaga Airport (AGP) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Riviera del Sol via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Malaga Maria Zambrano, Málaga M.Z. Cercanías, Fuengirola, and Terminal Fuengirola in around 9h 2m.

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How to get fromSantander to Riviera del Solby plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Santander to Riviera del Sol by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

Fly from Santander Airport

Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly

Train

Bus via Burgos

Drive 929.4 km

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