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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Lourdes is to bus which costs €24 - €65 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Lourdes is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Lourdes?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Lourdes. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Halles - Office de tourisme via Bilbao Intermodal and Bastillac. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Lourdes?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Lourdes. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Lourdes via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Santander to Lourdes?

The distance between Santander and Lourdes is 400 km. The road distance is 391.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Lourdes without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 47m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Santander to Lourdes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Lourdes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Lourdes train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Lourdes?

The best way to get from Santander to Lourdes is to bus which takes 9h 4m and costs €24 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Santander to Lourdes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Lourdes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Lourdes?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Lourdes is 391 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Santander to Lourdes.

Where can I stay near Lourdes?

There are 1993+ hotels available in Lourdes.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Santander to Lourdes 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastian / DonostiaFlixBus 783
2. Take the train from Hendaye to LourdesIntercités / ...
6h 47m
€31–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to TarbesBlaBlaCar Bus
9h 4m
€24–62
Drive 391.2 km
1. Drive from Santander to Lourdes391.2 km
3h 58m
€62–90
Bus, train via Bilbao
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the train from Uribarri-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to LourdesTer
9h 19m
€29–63
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
3. Take the train from Hendaye to LourdesTer
10h 15m
€27–49

Santander to Lourdes by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400 km
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Lourdes, France?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Halles - Office de tourisme via Bilbao Intermodal, Tarbes, and Bastillac in around 9h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Lourdes via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, and Hendaye in around 10h 15m.

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