What is the cheapest way to get from Santander to Vila Real?

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Vila Real is to bus via León which costs €29 - €65 and takes 8h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santander to Vila Real?

The fastest way to get from Santander to Vila Real is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Vila Real?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Vila Real. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real via León. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Santander to Vila Real?

The distance between Santander and Vila Real is 595 km. The road distance is 525.5 km.

How do I travel from Santander to Vila Real without a car?

The best way to get from Santander to Vila Real without a car is to bus via León which takes 8h 45m and costs €29 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Santander to Vila Real?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Santander to Vila Real, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Vila Real bus from?

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

Where does the Santander to Vila Real bus arrive?

Santander to Vila Real bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Leon station.

What is the time difference between Santander and Vila Real?

Vila Real is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 8:19 AM in Santander and 7:19 AM in Vila Real.

Can I drive from Santander to Vila Real?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Vila Real is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Santander to Vila Real.

How do I get a bus ticket from Santander to Vila Real?

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Where can I stay near Vila Real?

There are 700+ hotels available in Vila Real.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Santander to Vila Real by bus, car, plane, towncar, 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 León
best
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to LeonAlsa
2. Take the bus from León to Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real
8h 45m
€29–63
Drive 525.5 km
1. Drive from Santander to Vila Real525.5 km
5h 44m
€83–120
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)BIO - OPO
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Vila Real
7h
€164–299
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Central de Camionagem de Mirandela
3. Take the bus from Central de Camionagem de Mirandela to Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real
8h 47m
€51–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander to Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga783B
2. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga to Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real40 | Braga / ...
12h 30m
€40–64
Fly Santander Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)SDR - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Vila Real
7h 13m
€193–438
Fly Santander Airport to Vigo, bus
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Vigo (VGO)SDR - VGO
2. Take the bus from Vigo Urzáiz to Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga
3. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga to Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real
10h 27m
€112–390

Santander to Vila Real by bus

2Weekly Buses

8h 45mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 595.2 km
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Vila Real, Portugal?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Terminal Rodoviário de Vila Real via Leon and León in around 8h 45m.

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