4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander Airport to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander Airport to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander Airport to Bilbao will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 22 buses that leave Santander Airport for Bilbao on Sun, Aug 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest buses will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal5:00 PM1h30Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander6:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers- Normal · Normal7:20 AM2h10Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander9:30 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal4:00 PM3h00Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander7:00 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal9:20 AM3h25Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander12:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal8:40 AM2h20Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal5:00 PM1h30Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander6:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€81One-way0 transfers
- Normal · Normal7:20 AM2h10Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander9:30 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal2:00 PM2h15Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander4:15 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal4:00 PM2h15Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander6:15 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal8:40 AM2h20Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€121One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Santander Airport to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander Airport to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 75 km
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santander Airport to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander Airport to Bilbao buses for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:40 PM Santander Airport | 1h10 | 8:50 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 PM Santander Airport | 1h00 | 9:00 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:40 PM Santander Airport | 1h00 | 9:40 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 PM Santander Airport | 1h00 | 11:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 7:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h10 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h40 | 11:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h20 | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Supra Economy | 8:40 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h50 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h25 | 12:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h10 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h45 | 12:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 11:20 AM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h35 | 1:55 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h20 | 3:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h50 | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 1:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h55 | 4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 2:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h00 | 5:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h40 | 6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 3h00 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h15 | 6:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 4:40 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h20 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 5:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1h30 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 5:20 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h35 | 7:55 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 6:00 PM Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander Airport to Bilbao
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Buses from Santander Airport to Bilbao run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 75 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 75 km |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Santander Airport to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santander Airport to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander Airport to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander Airport to Bilbao 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander Airport to Bilbao
Most Santander Airport to Bilbao buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander Airport and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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