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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao Airport to Santander
Showing times and prices for 04 Feb
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
51 m
Buses per day
53
Distance
74 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
Of the 53 buses that leave Bilbao Airport for Santander every day 29 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 74 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
17:300h40
Bilbao Airport18:10Santander
£51One-way
0 changes
17:000h50
Bilbao Airport17:50Santander
£51One-way
0 changes
02:300h40
Bilbao Airport03:10Santander
£61One-way
0 changes
20:301h00
Bilbao Airport21:30Santander
£61One-way
0 changes
11:501h20
Bilbao Airport13:10Santander
£71One-way
0 changes
17:300h40
Bilbao Airport18:10Santander
£51One-way
0 changes
02:300h40
Bilbao Airport03:10Santander
£61One-way
0 changes
17:000h50
Bilbao Airport17:50Santander
£51One-way
0 changes
20:301h00
Bilbao Airport21:30Santander
£61One-way
0 changes
Supra Economy16:001h05
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses17:05Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
£131One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Bilbao Airport to Santander bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Santander coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 09:17
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 10:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 12:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 10:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 11:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 14:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 13:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 10:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 12:25 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 14:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 11:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 13:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 14:10 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 15:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h25 | 14:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 13:35 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 15:05 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 13:35 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h20 | 16:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 13:35 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 16:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Supra Economy | 15:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h05 | 16:05 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 15:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 16:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 17:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 16:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 18:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 16:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h55 | 18:25 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 18:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 17:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 19:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 17:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 19:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 18:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 20:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 18:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 20:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 18:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 19:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 18:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 21:30 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 19:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 21:15 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:20 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 23:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 00:15 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
| Supra Economy | 00:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 02:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 01:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 02:45 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 05:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 07:00 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 05:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 09:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 05:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 08:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 05:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h10 | 08:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 06:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 07:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 06:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 09:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 06:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 08:15 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 06:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 08:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 08:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 09:40 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 08:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 10:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 08:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 10:30 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 08:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h10 | 12:55 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 08:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 11:35 Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander | 1 change | |
| Normal | 09:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 10:45 Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao Airport to Santander
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Buses from Bilbao Airport to Santander run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 74 km distance in 1h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 74 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 08:45 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus, BizkaiBus from Bilbao Airport to SantanderYou can travel by bus between Bilbao Airport to Santander with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus, BizkaiBus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
£7
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Alsa Supra
About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an \Ociobus\" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Alsa Supra frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
BizkaiBus
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
£9
BizkaiBus frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Bilbao Airport to Santander coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao Airport to Santander by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bilbao Airport to Santander can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bilbao Airport to Santander is £8; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander is 1h 30m to travel the 74 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander leaves at 8:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander leaves at 22:45.
Yes, there are 20 direct coaches a day from Bilbao Airport to Santander with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander, you can count on BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus, BizkaiBus for the best way to get you to Santander. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bilbao Airport and Santander and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Santander from Bilbao Airport is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander is July.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bilbao Airport and Santander.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander for coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao Airport to Santander:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bilbao Airport to Santander with the following coach company: Alsa, Alsa Supra, Infobus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao Airport and Santander
Bilbao
Santander
Santander, Estación de Autobuses
information
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WCinformation
Distance to city center
4 km
Car connection
Carretera del AeropuertoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-food outlet (in the station)
Taxis
- Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Santander, Aeropuerto De Santander
- Bus: 13, 23 Train: FEVE
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