There are 7 ways to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay 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.
Train to Vigo, fly
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Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to Vigo Urzaiz
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Fly from Vigo (VGO) to Bilbao (BIO)
Train
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Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to Segovia Guiomar
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Take the train from Segovia Guiomar to Bilbao-Abando
Bus via Baracaldo/Barakaldo
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Take the bus from Santiago De Compostela to Baracaldo/Barakaldo
Train via León
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Take the train from Santiago De Compostela to Leon
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Take the train from León to Bilbao
Drive
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Drive from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay is to train via León which costs €45 - €60 and takes 14h 3m.
The quickest way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay is to fly which costs €95 - €240 and takes 3h 23m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santiago De Compostela and arriving at Bilbao. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.
No, there is no direct train from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay. However, there are services departing from Santiago De Compostela and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Segovia Guiomar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.
The distance between Santiago de Compostela and Biscay is 459 km. The road distance is 583.5 km.
The best way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay without a car is to train which takes 8h 22m and costs €55 - €75.
It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay, including transfers.
Santiago de Compostela to Biscay bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santiago De Compostela station.
Santiago de Compostela to Biscay train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santiago De Compostela station.
The best way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs €95 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €75 and takes 8h 22m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €150 and takes 9h 45m.
- Distance: 459 km
- Duration: 3h 23m
What companies run services between Santiago de Compostela, Spain and Biscay, Basque Country, Spain?
Iberia and Vueling Airlines fly from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay via Segovia Guiomar in around 8h 22m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €55 - €200
Flights from Vigo to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Monday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €220
Flights from Vigo to Bilbao via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €220
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Tuesday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €30 - €250
Flights from Vigo to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Monday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €70 - €220
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Vigo to Bilbao via Madrid
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 2m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €50 - €250
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Santiago De Compostela to Vigo Urzaiz
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Santiago De Compostela to Segovia Guiomar
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €40
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Segovia Guiomar to Bilbao-Abando
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €35
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Santiago De Compostela to Leon
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €24 - €30
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Phone
- +34 912320320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from León to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 40m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €22 - €28
- Website
- Renfe Feve
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Santiago De Compostela to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €150
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Santiago De Compostela to Baracaldo/Barakaldo
- Ave. Duration
- 10h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €95 - €140
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €75
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
- Book at
- https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €45 - €70
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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The quickest flight from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Bilbao Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 5m.
Santiago de Compostela to Biscay bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao station.
Santiago de Compostela to Biscay train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.
Yes, the driving distance between Santiago de Compostela to Biscay is 583 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Santiago de Compostela to Biscay.
Vueling Airlines and Iberia offer flights from Santiago de Compostela Airport to Bilbao Airport.
Book your Santiago de Compostela to Biscay train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Santiago de Compostela to Biscay bus tickets online with Omio and Busbud.
There are 130+ hotels available in Biscay. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Santiago de Compostela to Santiago de Compostela Airport is to Private transfer which takes 15 min and costs €70 - €130.