The average train between Santander and Bilbao takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Santander to Bilbao. 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 Santander and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 7:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Santander is at 6:46 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 10:08 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santander station and arriving at Bilbao station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.
Santander to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.
Santander to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao station.
Book your Santander to Bilbao train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros.
The distance between Santander and Bilbao is 74.5 km. The road distance is 117 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Santander to Bilbao 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–22 and the journey takes 3h 10m.
