The cheapest and fastest buses from Santoña to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€4
Average price
€6
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
48 km
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 €4.
Of the 13 buses that leave Santoña for Bilbao on Sat, Mar 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 50 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.










Travel Information
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 0m. 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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€7 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santoña to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santoña to Bilbao buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 PM Santoña | 3h10 | 4:00 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
Normal · Normal | 7:20 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h10 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:20 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h10 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:50 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h40 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:50 AM Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h40 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santoña to Bilbao by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santoña to Bilbao
Buses from Santoña to Bilbao run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. 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.
Distance 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 21:20 |
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
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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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santoña to Bilbao
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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