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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Ascain is to bus which costs €11 - €35 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Ascain is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Ascain?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Ascain. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Lur Eder via Bilbao Intermodal and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Santander to Ascain?

The distance between Santander and Ascain is 240 km. The road distance is 230.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Ascain without a car is to bus which takes 5h 23m and costs €11 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Santander to Ascain, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Ascain bus from?

Santander to Ascain bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Train or bus from Santander to Ascain?

The best way to get from Santander to Ascain is to bus which takes 5h 23m and costs €11 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Santander to Ascain bus arrive?

Santander to Ascain bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Can I drive from Santander to Ascain?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Ascain is 231 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Santander to Ascain.

Where can I stay near Ascain?

There are 1949+ hotels available in Ascain.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Ascain 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
best
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-LuzBlaBlaCar Bus
5h 23m
€11–31
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
8h 52m
€17–25
Drive 230.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to Ascain230.8 km
2h 36m
€37–53
Bus via Amara-Donostia
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / DonostiaDo01 / ...
5h 59m
€26–41

Santander to Ascain by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 23mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.3 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Lur Eder via Bilbao Intermodal, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, and Halte Routière in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Lur Eder via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, and Halte Routière in around 8h 52m.

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