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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Biarritz is to bus via Bilbao which costs €13 - €40 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Biarritz is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Biarritz?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Biarritz. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Jardin Public via Bilbao and Halle Iraty. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Santander to Biarritz?

The distance between Santander and Biarritz is 250 km. The road distance is 244 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Biarritz without a car is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs €22 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Santander to Biarritz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Biarritz bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Biarritz?

The best way to get from Santander to Biarritz is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs €22 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €30 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Santander to Biarritz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Biarritz?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Biarritz is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Santander to Biarritz.

Where can I stay near Biarritz?

There are 1370+ hotels available in Biarritz.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Santander to Biarritz 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 IrunAlsa
4h 51m
€23–38
Bus via Bilbao #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Biarritz - Airport Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
5h 30m
€13–40
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Errekalde-DonostiaE1
8h 31m
€19–30
Drive 244 km
1. Drive from Santander to Biarritz244 km
2h 33m
€39–56
Bus via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to BiarritzFlixBus N716 / ...
5h 3m
€17–44

Santander to Biarritz by bus and train

42Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.8 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Santander E.A. to Irun every 4 hours. Tickets cost €17–27 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Les Trois Fontaines via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Errekalde-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Biarritz, and Gare de Biarritz in around 8h 31m.

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