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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Santander is to bus which costs €10 - €35 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Santander is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Pau and Santander?

No, there is no direct bus from Pau to Santander. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Santander E.A. via Bilbao Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Pau and Santander?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Santander. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Santander via Bayonne, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia and Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Pau to Santander?

The distance between Pau and Santander is 365 km. The road distance is 354.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Santander without a car is to bus via Bilbao which takes 6h 10m and costs €26 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Pau to Santander, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pau to Santander bus from?

Pau to Santander bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Pau station.

Where do I catch the Pau to Santander train from?

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

Train or bus from Pau to Santander?

The best way to get from Pau to Santander is to bus via Bilbao which takes 6h 10m and costs €26 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Pau to Santander bus arrive?

Pau to Santander bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bilbao station.

Where does the Pau to Santander train arrive?

Pau to Santander train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bayonne station.

Can I drive from Pau to Santander?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Santander is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Pau to Santander.

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

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Where can I stay near Santander?

There are 1946+ hotels available in Santander.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pau 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 Pau to BilbaoFlixBus N1137 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.Alsa
6h 10m
€26–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander E.A.Alsa
6h 35m
€10–32
Train
1. Take the train from Pau to BayonneTer
2. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-BilbaoE1
3. Take the train from Bilbao to Santander
11h 30m
€30–50
Drive 354.7 km
1. Drive from Pau to Santander354.7 km
3h 34m
€56–80

Pau to Santander by bus

25Weekly Buses

6h 10mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pau to Santander.

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Distance: 365.4 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Pau to Santander E.A. via Bilbao and Bilbao Intermodal in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pau to Santander via Bayonne, Hendaye, Hendaia, Amara-Donostia, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Bilbao in around 11h 30m.

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