What is the cheapest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

The cheapest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country is to bus via Santander which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

The fastest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country is to fly and train which takes 3h 45m and costs €60 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Santiago de Compostela and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela and arriving at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Santiago de Compostela and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from Santiago De Compostela and arriving at San Sebastian/Donostia via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

The distance between Santiago de Compostela and Basque Country is 552 km. The road distance is 657.3 km.

How do I travel from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country without a car?

The best way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 9h 34m and costs €140 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country bus from?

Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Santiago de Compostela - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country train from?

Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Santiago De Compostela station.

Train, bus or fly from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs €100 - €400. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €140 - €250 and takes 9h 34m, you could also bus via Santander, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country bus arrive?

Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Santander station.

Where does the Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country train arrive?

Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country is 657 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country.

How do I get a train ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country?

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Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country - 9 ways to travel via train

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There are 9 ways to get from Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

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Fly Santiago De Compostela Airport to San Sebastián Airport
best
1. Fly from Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane SCQ - EAS
5h 5m
€101–391
Fly Santiago De Compostela Airport to Bilbao Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane SCQ - BIO
2. Take the train from Derio to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain
3h 45m
€63–247
Train via Madrid (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
9h 34m
€140–250
Bus via Santander
1. Take the bus from Santiago de Compostela - Bus Station to Santanderbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 14m
€64–112
Drive 657.3 km
1. Drive from Santiago de Compostela to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 657.3 km
6h 50m
€104–150
Train to A Coruña Airport, fly to San Sebastián Airport
1. Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to La Coruna-San Cristobaltrain
2. Fly from A Coruña Airport (LCG) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane LCG - EAS
5h 56m
€119–408
Train to A Coruña Airport, fly to Bilbao Airport
1. Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to La Coruna-San Cristobaltrain
2. Fly from A Coruña Airport (LCG) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane LCG - BIO
6h 36m
€86–274
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to Miranda De Ebrotrain Alv
2. Take the train from Miranda De Ebro to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
10h 38m
€104–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de autobuses de Santiago de Compostela to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Alsa
12h 15m
€65–110

Santiago de Compostela to Basque Country by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 552.1 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Santiago de Compostela, Spain and Basque Country, Spain?

Iberia, Vueling Airlines, and Ryanair fly from Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santiago De Compostela to San Sebastian/Donostia via Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 34m.

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