What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde is to bus via Labenche which costs €12 - €45 and takes 10h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde is to drive which takes 6h 3m and costs €95 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Brive-la-Gaillarde?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Brive-la-Gaillarde via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Brive-la-Gaillarde?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Brive La Gaillarde via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 44m.

How far is it from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

The distance between Santander and Brive-la-Gaillarde is 634 km. The road distance is 630.7 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 37m and costs €50 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

It takes approximately 9h 37m to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde bus from?

Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde train from?

Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

The best way to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde is to bus which takes 9h 39m and costs €45 - €75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €180 and takes 14h 44m.

Where does the Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde bus arrive?

Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde train arrive?

Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve, arrive at Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde is 631 km. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde?

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Where can I stay near Brive-la-Gaillarde?

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Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde by bus, train, car, plane, or train (Renfe, TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Santander to BordeauxFlixBus 783 / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Brive La GaillardeTer
9h 37m
€53–117
Bus via Labenche
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Brive-la-GaillardeBlaBlaCar Bus
10h 51m
€12–43
Bus, train via Irun
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Irun
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St JeanTer
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Brive La GaillardeTer
10h 46m
€75–184
Drive 630.7 km
1. Drive from Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde630.7 km
6h 3m
€99–143
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)SDR - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Brive La Gaillarde
7h 15m
€109–344
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Brive-la-GaillardeFlixBus N1157
9h 39m
€48–75
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St JeanTer
4. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Brive La GaillardeTer
14h 44m
€71–175
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)SDR - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Brive La Gaillarde
8h 20m
€109–288

Santander to Brive-la-Gaillarde by bus, foot, and train

8Weekly Services

9h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 634.4 km
Duration: 9h 37m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Brive-la-Gaillarde, France?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Brive-la-Gaillarde via Bilbao Intermodal and Bilbao in around 9h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Brive La Gaillarde via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 14h 44m.

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