What is the cheapest way to get from Balmaseda to Potes?

The cheapest way to get from Balmaseda to Potes is to train and bus which costs €13 - €21 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balmaseda to Potes?

The fastest way to get from Balmaseda to Potes is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Balmaseda and Potes?

No, there is no direct bus from Balmaseda to Potes. However, there are services departing from Campo De Las Monjas and arriving at Potes via Bilbao Intermodal and Santander. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Balmaseda to Potes?

The distance between Balmaseda and Potes is 212 km. The road distance is 188.5 km.

How do I travel from Balmaseda to Potes without a car?

The best way to get from Balmaseda to Potes without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 30m and costs €120 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Balmaseda to Potes?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Balmaseda to Potes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balmaseda to Potes bus from?

Balmaseda to Potes bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Balmaseda to Potes bus arrive?

Balmaseda to Potes bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Can I drive from Balmaseda to Potes?

Yes, the driving distance between Balmaseda to Potes is 189 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Balmaseda to Potes.

Where can I stay near Potes?

There are 413+ hotels available in Potes.

Balmaseda to Potes - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balmaseda to Potes by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Balmaseda to Vado-CerveraC4
2. Take the taxi from Vado-Cervera to Potes
4h 30m
€127–159
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mimetiz to Santander
2. Take the bus from Santander to Potes
7h 15m
€13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.Alsa
2. Take the bus from Santander to Potes
6h 44m
€16–28
Drive 188.5 km
1. Drive from Balmaseda to Potes188.5 km
2h 20m
€30–44

Balmaseda to Potes by bus

15Weekly Buses

6h 44mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Balmaseda, Basque Country, Spain and Potes, Spain?

You can take a bus from Campo De Las Monjas to Potes via Bilbao Intermodal and Santander in around 6h 44m.

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