What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to San Juan?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to San Juan is to bus and train which costs €9 - €17 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to San Juan?

The fastest way to get from Santander to San Juan is to drive which takes 54 min and costs €12 - €19.

Is there a direct train between Santander and San Juan?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to San Juan. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Muskiz via Zorrotza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Santander to San Juan?

The distance between Santander and San Juan is 119 km. The road distance is 81.3 km.

How do I travel from Santander to San Juan without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to San Juan without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 21m and costs €9 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Santander to San Juan?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Santander to San Juan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to San Juan train from?

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

Where does the Santander to San Juan train arrive?

Santander to San Juan train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Zorrotza station.

Can I drive from Santander to San Juan?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to San Juan is 81 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Santander to San Juan.

How do I get a train ticket from Santander to San Juan?

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Where can I stay near San Juan?

There are 1579+ hotels available in San Juan.

Santander to San Juan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santander to San Juan by bus, train, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the train from San Mamés to Muskiztrain C2
2h 21m
€10–17
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Zorrotzatrain
3h 54m
€10–25
Drive 81.3 km
1. Drive from Santander to San Juancar 81.3 km
54 min
€13–19

Santander to San Juan by bus and train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 118.5 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and San Juan, Basque Country, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Zorrotza 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–22 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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