Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando bus with Alsa

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Compare bus for Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, while a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 75 km

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Train

€10

Average price

€9

Average price

Cheapest

2h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 35m

Average total duration

3h 5m

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30m

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando is a train with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando:

A train is €0.78 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando costing on average €10.

The fastest way to travel from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

Other travel options to Bilbao-Abando take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 5m.

Yes, you can take a between Santander Airport and Bilbao-Abando.

Live departures

Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Tickets
Alsa2:15 PM Santander Airport
1h45
4:00 PM Bilbao-Abando0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando buses with Omio?

Alsa operates all buses services from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando

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Buses from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 08:00. The fastest bus covers the 75 km distance in 1h 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
75 km
Average bus duration
1h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
24
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
8:00 AM
Last bus
8:00 AM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Alsa from Santander Airport to Bilbao-AbandoYou can travel by bus between Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando with Alsa for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€8
Alsa frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Learn more about Alsa

FAQs: Bus from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao-Abando, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando is 1h 15m to travel the 75 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando leaves at 8:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando leaves at 8:00 AM.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Bilbao-Abando. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander Airport and Bilbao-Abando and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Bilbao-Abando from Santander Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando is March.
Yes, you can take a between Santander Airport and Bilbao-Abando.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander Airport to Bilbao-Abando with the following coach company: Alsa.

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