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

The cheapest way to get from Hendaye to Santander is to train which costs €15 - €20 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hendaye to Santander is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Hendaye and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Hendaye to Santander. However, there are services departing from Cèdres ~ Zedroak and arriving at Santander E.A. via Irun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Hendaye and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Hendaye to Santander. However, there are services departing from Les Deux Jumeaux and arriving at Santander via Hendaia, Amara-Donostia and Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Hendaye to Santander?

The distance between Hendaye and Santander is 221 km. The road distance is 218 km.

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

The best way to get from Hendaye to Santander without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €17 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Hendaye to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hendaye to Santander bus from?

Hendaye to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Irun station.

Where do I catch the Hendaye to Santander train from?

Hendaye to Santander train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Amara-Donostia station.

Train or bus from Hendaye to Santander?

The best way to get from Hendaye to Santander is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs €17 - €27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €20 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Hendaye to Santander bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hendaye to Santander train arrive?

Hendaye to Santander train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Hendaye to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Hendaye to Santander is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Hendaye to Santander.

Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 2089+ hotels available in Santander.

Hendaye to Santander - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hendaye to Santander by bus, train, car, or train (Renfe)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Irun to Santander E.A.bus Alsa
4h 35m
€17–27
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
2. Take the train from Bilbao to Santandertrain
8h 27m
€15–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Matiko-Bilbaotrain E1
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus Alsa
6h 37m
€17–27
Drive 218 km
1. Drive from Hendaye to Santandercar 218 km
2h 22m
€34–49
Bus via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao Intermodalbus Do01 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.bus Alsa
5h
€20–35

Hendaye to Santander by bus and foot

33Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.7 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Irun to Santander E.A. 5 times a day. Tickets cost €17–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Les Deux Jumeaux to Santander via Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Bilbao in around 8h 27m.

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