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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Coimbra is to bus which costs €30 - €65 and takes 12h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Coimbra is to drive which takes 6h 41m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Praça da República via Bilbao Intermodal and Casa do Sal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Santander to Coimbra?

The distance between Santander and Coimbra is 694 km. The road distance is 657 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Coimbra without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 25m and costs €50 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 10h 25m to get from Santander to Coimbra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Coimbra bus from?

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

Where does the Santander to Coimbra bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Santander and Coimbra?

Coimbra is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 5:50 PM in Santander and 4:50 PM in Coimbra.

Can I drive from Santander to Coimbra?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Coimbra is 657 km. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Santander to Coimbra.

Where can I stay near Coimbra?

There are 647+ hotels available in Coimbra.

Santander to Coimbra - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and towncar

There are 8 ways to get from Santander to Coimbra by train, bus, car, plane, or towncar

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra
10h 25m
€55–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to CoimbraBlaBlaCar Bus
12h 25m
€34–64
Drive 657 km
1. Drive from Santander to Coimbra657 km
6h 41m
€104–150
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)BIO - OPO
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Coimbra
7h 16m
€204–329
Bus via Vila Nova de Gaia
1. Take the bus from Santander to PortoFlixBus 783 / ...
2. Take the bus from Porto to Coimbra1022 / ...
13h 6m
€39–89
Fly Santander Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)SDR - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Coimbra
7h 29m
€233–438
Fly Santander Airport to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)SDR - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B
8h 45m
€94–319
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)BIO - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-B
8h 52m
€60–250

Santander to Coimbra by train, foot, and bus

3Weekly Services

10h 25mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 693.7 km
Duration: 10h 25m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Coimbra, Portugal?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Praça da República via Bilbao Intermodal, Coimbra, and Casa do Sal in around 12h 25m.

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