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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Orio is to train which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Orio is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Orio?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Orio. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Orio - Aita Lertxundi, 25 via Bilbao Intermodal and Zarautz - Nafarroa Kalea 54- Iñurritza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Orio?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Orio. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Aia-Orio via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Santander to Orio?

The distance between Santander and Orio is 188 km. The road distance is 184.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Orio without a car is to bus via Bilbao which takes 3h 34m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Santander to Orio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Orio bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Orio train from?

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

Train or bus from Santander to Orio?

The best way to get from Santander to Orio is to bus via Bilbao which takes 3h 34m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €17 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Santander to Orio bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Orio train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Orio?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Orio is 185 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Santander to Orio.

Where can I stay near Orio?

There are 1402+ hotels available in Orio.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Santander to Orio 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 via Bilbao
best
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Zarautz - Suhiltzaileen BiribilguneaDo01
3h 34m
€22–30
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbao
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Aia-OrioE1
5h 49m
€12–16
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the train from Uribarri-Bilbao to Aia-OrioE1
4h 53m
€14–23
Drive 184.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Orio184.6 km
1h 59m
€30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastian / DonostiaFlixBus 783
2. Take the bus from Donostia - Federico Garcia Lorca 2 to Orio - Aita Lertxundi, 28Uk09
3h 58m
€19–28

Santander to Orio by bus and foot

141Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.2 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Orio - Aita Lertxundi, 25 via Bilbao Intermodal, Zarautz - Suhiltzaileen Biribilgunea, and Zarautz - Nafarroa Kalea 54- Iñurritza in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Aia-Orio via Bilbao and Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao in around 5h 49m.

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