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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Dortmund is to bus and train which costs €95 - €280 and takes 25h.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Dortmund is to fly and train which takes 5h 26m and costs €110 - €400.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Dortmund?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Dortmund station. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Dortmund central bus station via Bilbao Intermodal and Vitoria-Gasteiz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 47m.

How far is it from Santander to Dortmund?

The distance between Santander and Dortmund is 1251 km. The road distance is 1553.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Dortmund without a car is to bus and train via Paris which takes 15h 47m and costs €200 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Santander to Dortmund, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Dortmund bus from?

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

Where does the Santander to Dortmund bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Dortmund?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Dortmund is 1553 km. It takes approximately 14h 53m to drive from Santander to Dortmund.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Dortmund?

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Where can I stay near Dortmund?

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Santander to Dortmund - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Dortmund by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Santander Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)SDR - DUS
2. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Dortmund Hbf
5h 26m
€114–392
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)BIO - DUS
3. Take the train from D-Flughafen Bf to Dortmund Hbf
7h 3m
€94–296
Bus, train via Paris
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Irun
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Dortmund Hbf
15h 47m
€202–582
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Brussels - Midi Train Station
3. Take the train from Bruxelles Midi to Dortmund HbfTha
25h
€98–275
Drive 1,553.2 km
1. Drive from Santander to Dortmund1,553.2 km
14h 53m
€242–350
Fly Santander Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)SDR - CGN
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Dortmund Hbf
5h 57m
€104–318
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-Gasteiz
3. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Dortmund central bus station
28h 47m
€123–206

Santander to Dortmund by bus, train, foot, and subway

15Weekly Services

15h 47mAverage Duration

€202Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,251.1 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Dortmund, Germany?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Dortmund central bus station via Bilbao Intermodal and Vitoria-Gasteiz in around 28h 47m.

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