How far is Bilbao from Santander?

The distance between Bilbao and Santander is approximately 75 km (47 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bilbao to Santander?

Buses departing from Estación Autobuses in Bilbao will take you to Santander Airport in Santander.

Bus Bilbao to Santander from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:45pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	1:15am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15am	Estación Autobuses	1h 30m	3:45am	Santander (Estacion de Autobuses)	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 10m	9:55am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Estación Autobuses	4h 15m	3:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 40m	5:10pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	11:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 50m	2:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	2h 55m	9:55pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	3h 30m	10:30pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 40m	5:10pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 40m	5:10pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 50m	12:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Estación Autobuses	3h 30m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:45am	Estación Autobuses	2h 30m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 15m	9:15am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Estación Autobuses	2h 45m	1:15pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Estación Autobuses	2h 25m	3:55pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Next departures for Bilbao to Santander on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	8:05pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Estación Autobuses	1h 5m	5:35pm	Aeropuerto Santander	Fastest
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	2h 55m	9:55am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Estación Autobuses	3h 35m	10:35am	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags
Bus	1:10pm	Estación Autobuses	2h 45m	3:55pm	Aeropuerto Santander	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:08 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bilbao to Santander

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santander. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

75 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $34	Average Duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $20	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Customers appreciate the comfortable and professional staff, as well as the fast and efficient service that is always on time in a clean coach. However, some mention that for longer trips, the cramped space of this no-frills service may not be ideal.

ALSA Bilbao Santander recent customer reviews

No frills service which was fine for the trip would not like to do a really long trip in such a cramped space

Vicki B.

September 23, 2022

We really enjoyed our bus ride to Santander from Bilbao. The bus was on time, comfortable and the price was very affordable.

Cristina G.

December 14, 2019

I could not find the bus because it was in a different area and it was not written Santander on it. Otherwise the lady on board was friendly and helpful.

Raoul D.

September 13, 2019

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Santander?

Stops in Bilbao

A - Estación Autobuses

B - Zorroza, Abaro Estrata

C - Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea

D - Buenos Aires Kalea, 2

E - Hotel Carlton

F - Bilbao-Abando Geltokia

Stops in Santander

A - Santander Airport

B - Calle Navas de Tolosa, 2

C - Av. de los Castros 43A

D - Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz

E - Av. de Pontejos

F - Estación Marítima

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Santander by bus

How far is Bilbao from Santander?
The distance between Bilbao and Santander is approximately 75 km (47 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bilbao to Santander?
Buses departing from Estación Autobuses in Bilbao will take you to Santander Airport in Santander.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-16

$14

11-17

$14

Today

$14

11-19

$14

11-20

$14

11-21

$14

11-22

$14

11-23

$14

The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Santander was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Santander, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $26 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Santander based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-11-22.