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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Pau is to bus which costs €10 - €35 and takes 6h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Pau is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Pau. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Pau via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Pau. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Pau via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bayonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Santander to Pau?

The distance between Santander and Pau is 365 km. The road distance is 355.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Pau without a car is to bus via Bilbao which takes 6h 25m and costs €22 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Santander to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Pau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Santander to Pau train from?

Santander to Pau train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Pau?

The best way to get from Santander to Pau is to bus via Bilbao which takes 6h 25m and costs €22 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 10h 41m.

Where does the Santander to Pau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santander to Pau train arrive?

Santander to Pau train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Santander to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Pau is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Santander to Pau.

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

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Where can I stay near Pau?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Santander to Pau by bus, train (Renfe), car, or train

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 Intermodalbus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Paubus FlixBus N716 / ...
6h 25m
€22–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Paubus
6h 30m
€10–32
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Bilbaotrain
2. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
3. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain Ter
10h 41m
€31–49
Drive 355.1 km
1. Drive from Santander to Paucar 355.1 km
3h 31m
€56–80
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Irunbus Alsa
2. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain Ter / ...
6h 59m
€34–50

Santander to Pau by bus

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 364.9 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Pau via Bilbao Intermodal and Bilbao in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Pau via Bilbao, Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bayonne in around 10h 41m.

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