What is the cheapest way to get from Espelette to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from Espelette to Santander is to bus via Bilbao which costs €11 - €40 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Espelette to Santander?

The fastest way to get from Espelette to Santander is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Espelette and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Espelette to Santander. However, there are services departing from Mendi Alde Bourg and arriving at Santander E.A. via Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Bilbao Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Espelette to Santander?

The distance between Espelette and Santander is 259 km. The road distance is 249 km.

How do I travel from Espelette to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from Espelette to Santander without a car is to bus via Bilbao which takes 5h 55m and costs €11 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Espelette to Santander?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Espelette to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Espelette to Santander bus from?

Espelette to Santander bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Saint-Jean-de-Luz station.

Train or bus from Espelette to Santander?

The best way to get from Espelette to Santander is to bus via Bilbao which takes 5h 55m and costs €11 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Espelette to Santander bus arrive?

Espelette to Santander bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Can I drive from Espelette to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Espelette to Santander is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Espelette to Santander.

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1995+ hotels available in Santander.

Espelette to Santander - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Espelette to Santander by bus, train (Renfe), 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.

Bus via Bilbao
best
1. Take the bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao IntermodalBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.Alsa
5h 55m
€11–36
Train
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-BilbaoE1
2. Take the train from Bilbao to Santander
9h 29m
€17–26
Drive 249 km
1. Drive from Espelette to Santander249 km
2h 48m
€40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to SantanderFlixBus 783
6h 2m
€21–32

Espelette to Santander by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.6 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Espelette, France and Santander, Spain?

You can take a bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Santander E.A. via Halte Routière, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, and Bilbao Intermodal in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Santander via Halte Routière, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Bilbao in around 9h 29m.

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