What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Val Thorens?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Val Thorens is to bus which costs €65 - €140 and takes 19h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Val Thorens?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Val Thorens is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 9h 42m and costs €110 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Val Thorens?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Val Thorens. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Val Thorens via Bilbao Intermodal and Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Santander to Val Thorens?

The distance between Santander and Val Thorens is 1612 km. The road distance is 1160.3 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Val Thorens without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Val Thorens without a car is to bus and train via Antony which takes 16h 38m and costs €170 - €420.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Val Thorens?

It takes approximately 16h 38m to get from Santander to Val Thorens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Val Thorens bus from?

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

Where does the Santander to Val Thorens bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santander to Val Thorens?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Val Thorens is 1160 km. It takes approximately 11h 47m to drive from Santander to Val Thorens.

Where can I stay near Val Thorens?

There are 8494+ hotels available in Val Thorens.

Santander to Val Thorens - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Santander to Val Thorens by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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 via Antony
best
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastian / Donostia
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Massy TgvTgv
3. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Moutiers Salins Brides L BainsTgv
16h 38m
€174–415
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Lyon to Val Thorens
19h 30m
€66–136
Drive 1,160.3 km
1. Drive from Santander to Val Thorens1,160.3 km
11h 47m
€184–266
Fly Santander Airport to Geneva International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)SDR - GVA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
10h 20m
€138–468
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Chambéry
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Moutiers Salins Brides L BainsTer
22h 12m
€124–199
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Vitoria-Gasteiz
2. Take the bus from Vitoria Gasteiz Central Bus Station to Chambery Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Moutiers Salins Brides L BainsTer
26h 25m
€84–123
Fly Santander Airport to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)SDR - LYS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
12h
€133–343
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Geneva International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BIO - GVA
3. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
9h 42m
€119–272
Bus, bus to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Santander to San Sebastian / Donostia
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Biarritz
3. Fly from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)BIQ - LYS
4. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
10h 55m
€146–364
Fly Santander Airport to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)SDR - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Modane
11h 25m
€147–397

Santander to Val Thorens by bus, foot, and train

4Weekly Services

16h 38mAverage Duration

€174Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,611.9 km
Duration: 16h 38m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Val Thorens, France?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Val Thorens via Bilbao Intermodal, Lyon - Perrache Bus Station, and Lyon in around 19h 30m.

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