The train between Bilbao and Santander takes 3h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to Santander. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Bilbao and Santander. The earliest departure is at 8:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilbao is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:01 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao station and arriving at Santander station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.
Bilbao to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao station.
Bilbao to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Santander station.
Book your Bilbao to Santander train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between Bilbao and Santander is 74.5 km. The road distance is 117 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao to Santander 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–22 and the journey takes 3h 30m.
