What is the cheapest way to get from La Rioja to Santander?

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to Santander is to rideshare which costs €14 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rioja to Santander?

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to Santander is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and Santander?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Logroño and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between La Rioja and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from La Rioja to Santander. However, there are services departing from Logrono and arriving at Santander via Valladolid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from La Rioja to Santander?

The distance between La Rioja and Santander is 230 km. The road distance is 226.7 km.

How do I travel from La Rioja to Santander without a car?

The best way to get from La Rioja to Santander without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €24.

How long does it take to get from La Rioja to Santander?

The bus from Logroño to Santander E.A. takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the La Rioja to Santander bus from?

La Rioja to Santander bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Logroño station.

Where do I catch the La Rioja to Santander train from?

La Rioja to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Logrono station.

Train or bus from La Rioja to Santander?

The best way to get from La Rioja to Santander is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the La Rioja to Santander bus arrive?

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

Where does the La Rioja to Santander train arrive?

La Rioja to Santander train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Valladolid station.

Can I drive from La Rioja to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to Santander is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from La Rioja to Santander.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rioja to Santander?

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How do I get a bus ticket from La Rioja to Santander?

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Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1946+ hotels available in Santander.

Can I share a ride from La Rioja to Santander?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between La Rioja and Santander. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

La Rioja to Santander - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from La Rioja to Santander by bus, train (Renfe), rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Logroño to Santander E.A.Alsa
3h 45m
€24
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Logroño to Santander226.3 km
3h 1m
€14
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Logrono to ValladolidIc / ...
2. Take the train from Valladolid to SantanderAlv / ...
7h 5m
€45–81
Bus via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Logroño Bus Station to Bilbao IntermodalL17
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.Alsa
3h 50m
€16–27
Drive 226.7 km
1. Drive from Logroño to Santander226.7 km
2h 35m
€36–51

La Rioja to Santander by bus

27Weekly Buses

3h 45mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.9 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between La Rioja, Spain and Santander, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Logroño to Santander E.A. 4 times a day. Tickets cost €24 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Logrono to Santander via Valladolid in around 7h 5m.

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