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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Loiola is to train which costs €14 - €20 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Loiola is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Loiola?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Loiola?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Loiola. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Loiola-Donostia via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Santander to Loiola?

The distance between Santander and Loiola is 200 km. The road distance is 199.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Loiola without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €16 - €40.

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

The bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Santander to Loiola bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Loiola train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Loiola?

The best way to get from Santander to Loiola is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €16 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Santander to Loiola bus arrive?

Santander to Loiola bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Santander to Loiola train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Loiola?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Loiola is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Santander to Loiola.

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

Book your Santander to Loiola bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Loiola?

There are 1682+ hotels available in Loiola.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Santander to Loiola by bus, train, car, or train (Renfe)

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 Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San SebastiánAlsa
2h 50m
€16–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
6h 21m
€14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the train from Uribarri-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
5h 25m
€16–33
Drive 199.3 km
1. Drive from Santander to Loiola199.3 km
2h 10m
€32–46

Santander to Loiola by bus

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2h 50mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.3 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Loiola, Basque Country, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián every 4 hours. Tickets cost €16–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. FlixBus also services this route once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Loiola-Donostia via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, and Amara-Donostia in around 6h 21m.

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