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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santoña to Bilbao
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 28 m
Buses on 17 Sept
11
Distance
48 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santoña to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santoña to Bilbao will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
Fast coaches
To travel from Santoña to Bilbao you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal17:203h00Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña20:20Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change- Normal · Normal8:052h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña10:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal15:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña17:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal8:052h55Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña11:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal15:203h10Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña18:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal19:502h10Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña22:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal8:052h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña10:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal15:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña17:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal12:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña14:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal8:052h55Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña11:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Santoña to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santoña to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 48 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Santoña to Bilbao is a train with an average price of £6.
This is compared to other travel options from Santoña to Bilbao:
A train is £0.08 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santoña to Bilbao costing on average £6.
The fastest way to travel from Santoña to Bilbao is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 8m.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santoña and Bilbao including taking a coach and train.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 1h 8m versus 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Santoña to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santoña to Bilbao coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 8:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h25 | 10:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 8:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h55 | 11:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h10 | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h55 | 14:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h25 | 14:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h10 | 15:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 13:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h10 | 17:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h25 | 17:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h10 | 18:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 17:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h00 | 20:20 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 19:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h10 | 22:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santoña to Bilbao
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Buses from Santoña to Bilbao run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 48 km distance in 1h 5m.
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 48 km |
Average bus duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
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: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Santoña to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santoña to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £5. 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 Alsa Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£5
Alsa frequency
8 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. 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.
What's included in each class
Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.
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
5 a day
Complete guide to Bilbao
Things to do in Bilbao
Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Guggenheim Bilbao
Globally known museum for contemporary art in a landmark riverside building. Go for the architecture, sculpture terraces and strong temporary shows.
- Must visit
Bilboko Arte Ederren Museoa
Fine arts museum with collections from medieval works to modern painting and sculpture. A strong choice for a broader art visit beyond the Guggenheim.
- Recommended
Euskal Museoa
Museum on Basque archaeology, ethnography and maritime life in the old quarter. A clear introduction to regional history and identity.
- Must visit
Casco Viejo
Bilbao’s old town of narrow lanes, churches, shops and lively squares. Ideal for walking, local atmosphere and understanding the city’s historic core.
- Must visit
Mirador de Artxanda
Hilltop viewpoint above the city reached by the Artxanda funicular. Worth it for broad views over Bilbao and the surrounding green hills.
- Recommended
Plaza Nueva
Elegant central square with arcades, cafés around the edges and frequent city events. A convenient stop between the old and newer parts of Bilbao.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao al pil-pil
Salt cod cooked slowly with olive oil, garlic and chilli until it forms a silky sauce. A Basque classic closely linked with Bilbao’s taverns and home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao a la vizcaína
Salt cod baked or simmered in a red pepper and tomato sauce, often with onion. A traditional Biscayan dish emblematic of local Basque cooking.
- Gluten-free
Angulas a la bilbaína
Baby eels sautéed with olive oil, garlic and chilli, usually served very hot in a clay dish. A classic celebratory pintxo in Bilbao.
Gure Toki
Bustling pintxos bar in Casco Viejo with a wide counter selection and a lively, informal atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Sorginzulo
Well-known tavern for inventive and traditional pintxos near Plaza Nueva, with a busy bar scene and strong local following.
Victor Montes
Historic Old Town restaurant known for classic Basque dishes and seafood in a traditional, polished setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and transit are reasonable, but central hotels and dining cost more than in many inland Spanish cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change in cafés is enough.
Barik Mobile
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €10.00
To the city centre
Bilbao Intermodal -> Plaza Moyúa, Bilbao
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Bilbao Intermodal connects directly with San Mamés Metro, RENFE Cercanías and nearby tram and bus stops, so it is usually the easiest onward transfer point.
- Barik Mobile lets you carry and top up a Barik card on your phone. Check operator rules before relying on bank card payment onboard.
FAQs: Santoña to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santoña to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Santoña to Bilbao can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Santoña to Bilbao is £6; 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 Santoña to Bilbao is 1h 5m to travel the 48 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 Santoña to Bilbao leaves at 7:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Santoña to Bilbao leaves at 21:20.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Santoña to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Santoña to Bilbao, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Santoña and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Bilbao from Santoña is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Santoña to Bilbao is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santoña and Bilbao including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Santoña to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Santoña to Bilbao for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Santoña to Bilbao 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
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 Santoña to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Santoña to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- 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 Santoña to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Santoña to Bilbao. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Santoña to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Santoña to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Santoña to Bilbao with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santoña and Bilbao
Most Santoña to Bilbao buses use the Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santoña and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Santoña
Arrival bus stations in Bilbao
Which Santoña station do buses to Bilbao leave from?
Buses from Santoña to Bilbao leave from Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña. The station is from Santoña city centre at C. Marinos de Santoña, 39740 Santoña, Cantabria, Spain.
Santoña, Calle Marinos de SantoñaC. Marinos de Santoña, 39740 Santoña, Cantabria, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña from Santoña city centre
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Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña bus station facilities and services
Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña. ATMs are available at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña: Basic accessibility features present.
Which Bilbao station do buses from Santoña arrive at?
Buses from Santoña to Bilbao arrive at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 2 km from Bilbao city centre.
Bilbao, Estación de AutobusesGurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus01, 10 · 3m · every ~13 min
A3223 · 7m · £2
TramTr · 3m · £2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 2m · £2 · every ~33 min
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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