Santander station to Bilbao bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander station to Bilbao

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 03

Cheapest price on Sep 03

€8

Average ticket price on Sep 03

€9

Fastest journey on Sep 03

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on Sep 03

1 h 14 m

Buses on Sep 03

31

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander station 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 station to Bilbao will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast buses

On Thu, Sep 03, we found 31 buses from Santander station to Bilbao, including 31 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 03 the direct buses cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Thu, Sep 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 15 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.

  • AlsaNormal
    2:00 PM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    3:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    9:30 AM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    4:00 PM1h45
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    5:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    11:00 AM1h40
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    12:40 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    €81One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    3:00 PM1h30
    Santander, Estación de Autobuses
    4:30 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Santander station to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander station to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a train costs an average of €9.

Distance: 75 km

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€9

Average price

Cheapest

€9

Average price

€17

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 46m

Average total duration

3h 16m

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30m

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1h 14m

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Santander station to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of €9.

This is compared to other travel options from Santander station to Bilbao:

A bus is €0.69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander station to Bilbao costing on average €9.

The fastest way to travel from Santander station to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 18m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 16m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander station and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Santander station to Bilbao bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santander station to Bilbao buses for today, Wednesday, September 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
AlsaNormal6:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
7:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal6:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
8:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
8:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
9:40 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:05 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
9:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal9:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal9:30 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaSupra Economy10:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal11:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
12:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal11:45 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
1:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal12:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaSupra Economy12:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
2:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal1:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h45
2:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal2:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal2:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal3:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
5:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h45
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal4:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
5:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
6:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal5:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:15 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal7:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
9:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:20 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h40
10:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:45 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
10:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal8:50 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
10:05 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaNormal10:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h30
11:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
AlsaSupra Economy10:30 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses
1h15
11:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Santander station to Bilbao buses with Omio?

Alsa as well as Alsa Supra offer buses services from Santander station to Bilbao.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Santander station to Bilbao.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Santander station to Bilbao.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Santander station to Bilbao.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Santander station to Bilbao.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santander station to Bilbao

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Buses from Santander station to Bilbao run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.

There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 18:45. 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 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€8
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
21
Fastest bus
1h 15m
First bus
12:30 AM
Last bus
6:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
21 days
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, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Santander station to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santander station to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra 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
18 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

Alsa Supra

About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an \Ociobus\" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Alsa Supra frequency
2 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. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Santander station to Bilbao

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander station 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Santander station to Bilbao can start from as little as €8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santander station to Bilbao is €9; 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 station to Bilbao 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 station to Bilbao leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santander station to Bilbao leaves at 6:45 PM.
Yes, there are 21 direct coaches a day from Santander station to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santander station to Bilbao, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santander station and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Bilbao from Santander station 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 station to Bilbao is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander station and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santander station to Bilbao for coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santander station to Bilbao:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa Supra
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible restrooms.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santander station to Bilbao 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.
  • Alsa Supra
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra.
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 station to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santander station to Bilbao:
  • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Santander station to Bilbao:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • Alsa Supra
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santander station to Bilbao. The following conditions apply:
  • 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.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santander station to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santander station to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santander station to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Santander station to Bilbao

Most Santander station to Bilbao buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander station and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Santander
Arrival bus stations in Bilbao
Bilbao, Estación de AutobusesGurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

Bus01, 10 · 3m · every ~13 min
A3223 · 7m · €2
TramTr · 3m · €2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 2m · €2 · every ~33 min

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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