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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Elciego is to bus which costs €16 - €29 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Elciego is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Elciego?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Elciego. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Elciego via Bilbao Intermodal and Laguardia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Santander to Elciego?

The distance between Santander and Elciego is 230 km. The road distance is 209.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Elciego without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs €16 - €29.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Santander to Elciego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Elciego bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Elciego?

The best way to get from Santander to Elciego is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs €16 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €45 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Santander to Elciego bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Elciego?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Elciego is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Santander to Elciego.

Where can I stay near Elciego?

There are 878+ hotels available in Elciego.

Santander to Elciego - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Elciego 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 Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to LaguardiaL17
5h 14m
€16–29
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to LogronoAlv
8h 17m
€28–42
Drive 209.3 km
1. Drive from Santander to Elciego209.3 km
2h 20m
€33–48
Bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz
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 LezaL9
5h 34m
€18–48

Santander to Elciego by train and bus (Renfe)

7Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.8 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Elciego, Spain?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Elciego via Bilbao Intermodal and Laguardia in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Elciego via Bilbao, Bilbao-Abando, Logrono, and Logroño Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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