What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Basque Country?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Basque Country is to train which costs €13 - €16 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Basque Country?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Basque Country is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Santander to Basque Country?

The distance between Santander and Basque Country is 200 km. The road distance is 198.1 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Basque Country without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Basque Country without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €16 - €24.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Basque Country?

The bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Santander to Basque Country bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Basque Country train from?

Santander to Basque Country train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Santander to Basque Country is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €16 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €16 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Santander to Basque Country bus arrive?

Santander to Basque Country bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Santander to Basque Country train arrive?

Santander to Basque Country train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Santander to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Basque Country is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Santander to Basque Country.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Basque Country?

Book your Santander to Basque Country bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1601+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Santander to Basque Country - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Santander to Basque Country 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 Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Alsa
2h 50m
€16–24
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
6h 29m
€14–16
Drive 198.1 km
1. Drive from Santander to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 198.1 km
2h 8m
€32–45

Santander to Basque Country by bus

49Weekly Buses

2h 50mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Basque Country, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 2h 50m. FlixBus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Amara-Donostia via Bilbao and Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao in around 6h 29m.

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