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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Espelette is to bus via Bilbao which costs €11 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Espelette is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Bilbao Intermodal and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Santander to Espelette?

The distance between Santander and Espelette is 258 km. The road distance is 250.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Espelette without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs €20 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Santander to Espelette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Espelette bus from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Espelette?

The best way to get from Santander to Espelette is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Santander to Espelette bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Espelette is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Santander to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 1799+ hotels available in Espelette.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Santander to Espelette 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
5h 53m
€21–34
Bus via Bilbao
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-LuzBlaBlaCar Bus
6h 5m
€11–42
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
9h 19m
€17–25
Drive 250.8 km
1. Drive from Santander to Espelette250.8 km
2h 47m
€40–58
Bus via Bilbao #2
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to BayonneFlixBus N1721 / ...
7h 24m
€22–42

Santander to Espelette by bus and train

42Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Espelette, 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 Mendi Alde Bourg via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, St Jean De Luz Ciboure, and Halte Routière in around 9h 19m.

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