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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación Autobuses | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación Autobuses | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación Autobuses | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación Autobuses | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santander (Estacion de Autobuses) | Estación Autobuses | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santander to Bilbao
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 227 - R 466 | Average duration1h 40m | 2kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 82 - R 288 | Average duration1h 10m | 3kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Santander and Bilbao?
Stops in Santander
- ACalle Navas de Tolosa, 2, 39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
- B
Santander Airport
- C
Av. de los Castros 43A
Av. de los Castros 43A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - D
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz
Calle Camarreal-Ojaiz, 52, 39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - E
Av. de Pontejos
Av. de Pontejos, 33A, 39005 Santander, Cantabria, Spain - F
Estación Marítima
39002 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
- C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the clean and comfortable buses equipped with WiFi, USB charging points, and friendly staff. Ticket purchasing is straightforward, ensuring a smooth journey overall. However, some users mentioned issues such as seat allocation conflicts on board and the absence of onboard toilets for longer trips.
ALSA Supra Santander Bilbao recent customer reviews
Bus was late had to change buses couldn’t sit in allocated seats had to sit apart
Geoff D.
Bus didn’t start after boarding the bus . Gad to change to a ‘regular bus ‘ not supra with no compensation or explanation and 30 minutes late
John L.
Excellent service!bus on time!easy boarding!can't fault it!polite and professional drivers!clean!all round a gd trip
Ray F.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santander to Bilbao by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santander to Bilbao start at R 227. The average price for this route is around R 230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santander to Bilbao?
The average bus journey time from Santander to Bilbao is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 73 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 15m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Santander to Bilbao route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santander to Bilbao?
The earliest bus departs from Santander to Bilbao at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santander to Bilbao?
A bus trip from Santander to Bilbao produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santander to Bilbao was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santander to Bilbao as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 168 to R 307 for a bus ticket from Santander to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 168, which is on 2025-12-17.
