Santoña to Bilbao bus with Alsa

Sun, Dec 21
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Santoña to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€3

Average price

€6

Fastest journey

20 m

Average duration

33 m

Buses per day

11

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santoña to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santoña to Bilbao will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.

Fast buses

Of the 11 buses that leave Santoña for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.

BlaBlaCar
07:00PM0h20
Santoña
07:20PMBilbao
31One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
05:00PM0h20
Santoña
05:20PMBilbao
31One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
11:40AM0h20
Santoña
12:00PMBilbao
41One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:00AM1h10
Santoña
10:10AMBilbao
51One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
12:50PM0h40
Santoña
01:30PMBilbao
51One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for Santoña to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santoña to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €6.

Distance: 48 km

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€6

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 29m

Average total duration

1h 59m

Onboard

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30m

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Live departures

Santoña to Bilbao bus times

The table below shows live departures for Santoña to Bilbao buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 3:49 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alsaNormal · Normal7:20 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
3h10
10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal7:20 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
2h10
9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal9:50 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
2h40
12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal9:50 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
3h40
1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal12:50 PM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
2h50
3:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal12:50 PM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
3h10
4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal3:50 PM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
3h30
7:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal6:50 PM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
2h10
9:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Santoña to Bilbao

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Buses from Santoña to Bilbao run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 48 km distance in 1h 5m.

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
48 km
Average bus duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
15
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
1h 5m
First bus
07:00
Last bus
21:20
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 from Santoña to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santoña to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as €6. 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 Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
€6
Alsa frequency
11 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.

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 Santoña to Bilbao

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santoña 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
The first coach from Santoña to Bilbao leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Santoña to Bilbao leaves at 18: 50.
For the best Santoña to Bilbao coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with BlaBlaCar or Alsa. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Bilbao from Santoña to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña, which is located around 0.6 miles (870 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Santoña to Bilbao is February.
Yes, you can take a coach to Bilbao from Santoña.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Santoña to Bilbao

Santoña
Bilbao
The major bus station for departures in Santoña is Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña for your trip from Santoña to Bilbao.
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