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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Santander is to bus via Lyon which costs €45 - €140 and takes 17h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Santander is to fly and bus which takes 4h 32m and costs €60 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva station to Santander. However, there are services departing from Geneva - Bus Station and arriving at Santander E.A. via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and Bilbao Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Santander. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Santander via Bellegarde, Lyon Part Dieu, Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 13m.

How far is it from Geneva to Santander?

The distance between Geneva and Santander is 842 km. The road distance is 1100 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Santander without a car is to bus via Lyon which takes 17h 2m and costs €45 - €140.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Santander bus from?

Geneva to Santander bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Geneva - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Santander train from?

Geneva to Santander train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bellegarde station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Santander?

The best way to get from Geneva to Santander is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs €60 - €420. Alternatively, you can bus via Lyon, which costs €45 - €140 and takes 17h 2m, you could also train, which costs €150 - €360 and takes 17h 13m.

How long is the flight from Geneva to Santander?

There is no direct flight from Geneva International Airport Airport to Santander Airport Airport. The quickest flight takes 4h 35m and has one stopover.

Where does the Geneva to Santander bus arrive?

Geneva to Santander bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Geneva to Santander train arrive?

Geneva to Santander train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Santander is 1100 km. It takes approximately 11h 1m to drive from Geneva to Santander.

Which airlines fly from Geneva International Airport Airport to Santander Airport Airport?

Swiss, Ryanair, easyJet and two other airlines offer flights from Geneva International Airport Airport to Santander Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Santander?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Santander?

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Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1956+ hotels available in Santander.

Geneva to Santander - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Geneva to Santander?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Santander Airport (SDR), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 6 ways to get from Geneva to Santander by plane, bus, train (Renfe, Ouigo), or car

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Fly to Santander Airport
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Santander Airport (SDR)plane GVA - SDR
4h 35m
€60–420
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Bilbaobus
3. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus
17h 2m
€47–135
Train
1. Take the train from Bellegarde to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain
3. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
4. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Santandertrain Alv / ...
17h 13m
€157–359
Drive 1,100 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Santandercar 1,100 km
11h 1m
€190–275
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane GVA - BIO
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus
4h 32m
€63–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Bilbao Intermodalbus N1149
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus Alsa
17h 12m
€84–120

Geneva to Santander by bus

16Weekly Buses

17h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 842.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Santander, Spain?

Iberia, Vueling Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Santander Airport (SDR) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Santander E.A. via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station and Bilbao Intermodal in around 17h 2m.

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