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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santoña to Bilbao
Showing times and prices for 19 Jun
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Buses per day
12
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 · Normal16:503h30Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña20:20Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change- Normal · Normal12:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña14:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal15:203h10Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña18:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal13:502h40Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña16:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal9:202h40Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña12:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal19:502h10Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña22:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal12:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña14:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal15:202h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña17:45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal8:052h25Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña10:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£61One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal13:502h40Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña16:30Bilbao, 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 prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 48 km
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£6 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santoña to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santoña to Bilbao coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 19:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h10 | 22:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h40 | 9:40 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 | 8:05 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h25 | 10:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h40 | 12:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 10:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h40 | 13:30 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 | 13:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h40 | 16:30 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 | 15:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h25 | 17:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 16:50 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 3h30 | 20:20 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 17:20 Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña | 2h50 | 20:10 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Santoña to Bilbao coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Santoña to Bilbao.
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santoña to Bilbao.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Santoña to Bilbao.
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 0m. 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 0m |
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 Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Price
£5
Alsa frequency
11 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.
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
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.
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 June.
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
Santoña
Bilbao
The major coach station for departures in Santoña is Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña for your trip from Santoña to Bilbao.
Santoña, Calle Marinos de Santoña
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Bilbao is Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Bilbao from Santoña.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Gurtubay KaleaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station
Public transport options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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