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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Tarbes is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 7h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Tarbes is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Tarbes?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Tarbes. However, there are services departing from Estación de autobuses de Santander and arriving at Tarbes via San Sebastián - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Tarbes?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Tarbes. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Tarbes via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Santander to Tarbes?

The distance between Santander and Tarbes is 423 km. The road distance is 391 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Tarbes without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 3m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Santander to Tarbes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Tarbes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Tarbes train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Tarbes?

The best way to get from Santander to Tarbes is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Santander to Tarbes bus arrive?

Santander to Tarbes bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Santander to Tarbes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Tarbes?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Tarbes is 391 km. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Santander to Tarbes.

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

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Where can I stay near Tarbes?

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Santander to Tarbes - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Tarbes by bus, train, car, plane, or train (Renfe)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Santander to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus 783B
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Tarbestrain Intercités / ...
7h 3m
€47–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus ALSA - Stder-Irun / ...
2. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Tarbesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 20m
€32–61
Drive 391 km
1. Drive from Santander to Tarbescar 391 km
3h 51m
€62–90
Fly, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane SDR - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Tarbestrain
6h 39m
€83–325
Bus via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Tarbesbus
8h 2m
€36–65
Bus, train via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Take the train from Matiko-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Tarbestrain Ter
9h 39m
€48–99
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Tarbestrain Ter
10h 48m
€46–107

Santander to Tarbes by bus, foot, and train

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7h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 422.6 km
Duration: 7h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Estación de autobuses de Santander to Tarbes via San Sebastián - Bus Station in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Tarbes via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, and Hendaye in around 10h 48m.

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