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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Rotterdam is to bus and train which costs €55 - €210 and takes 22h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Rotterdam is to fly and train which takes 5h 13m and costs €110 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Rotterdam?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Rotterdam station. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Rotterdam Central Station via Bilbao and Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 28m.

How far is it from Santander to Rotterdam?

The distance between Santander and Rotterdam is 1229 km. The road distance is 1424.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Rotterdam without a car is to bus and train via Paris which takes 13h 38m and costs €160 - €550.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Santander to Rotterdam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Rotterdam bus from?

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

Where does the Santander to Rotterdam bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Rotterdam?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Rotterdam is 1425 km. It takes approximately 14h to drive from Santander to Rotterdam.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotterdam?

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Santander to Rotterdam - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Rotterdam by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly Santander Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)SDR - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
5h 13m
€111–256
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Brussels - Midi Train Station
3. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid to Rotterdam Centraal
22h 12m
€56–210
Bus, train via Paris
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Irun
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Nord to Rotterdam Centraal
13h 38m
€167–512
Drive 1,424.6 km
1. Drive from Santander to Rotterdam1,424.6 km
14h
€251–362
Fly Santander Airport to Eindhoven Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Eindhoven Airport (EIN)SDR - EIN
2. Take the train from Eindhoven to Rotterdam Centraal
6h 41m
€116–338
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)BIO - AMS
3. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Rotterdam Centraal
6h 50m
€94–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Brussels-North train station
3. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Rotterdam Central Station813 / ...
24h 28m
€76–167

Santander to Rotterdam by bus, train, foot, and subway

39Weekly Services

13h 38mAverage Duration

€167Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,228.5 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Rotterdam, Netherlands?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Rotterdam Central Station via Bilbao Intermodal, Bilbao, and Brussels-North train station in around 24h 28m.

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