Bilbao to Santander train with Renfe

Sat, 28 Feb
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Santander

Showing times and prices for 28 Feb

Cheapest price

$13

Average price

$13

Fastest journey

3 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 30 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao 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 to Santander will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $13.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Bilbao for Santander every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.

Renfe71874
07:31PM3h30
Bilbao-Concordia
11:01PMSantander station
$131One-way
0 changes
Renfe71872
01:31PM3h30
Bilbao-Concordia
05:01PMSantander station
$131One-way
0 changes
Renfe71870
08:31AM3h30
Bilbao-Concordia
12:01PMSantander station
$131One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bilbao to Santander

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Santander among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $9.

Distance: 75 km

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Coach

$12

Average Price

$11

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Cheapest

2h 42m

Average total duration

2h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 43m

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Live departures

Bilbao to Santander train times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santander trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:46 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
renfe718707:31 am Bilbao-Concordia
3h30
11:01 am Santander station0 changesdirect
renfe7187212:31 pm Bilbao-Concordia
3h30
4:01 pm Santander station0 changesdirect
renfe718746:31 pm Bilbao-Concordia
3h30
10:01 pm Santander station0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Bilbao to Santander by train or coach

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Why should you book Bilbao to Santander trains with Omio?

Renfe as well as Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve offer trains services from Bilbao to Santander.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bilbao to Santander.

Why book with Omio vs Renfe?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Santander.
  • 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 Renfe with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bilbao to Santander.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio or Raileurope?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Santander.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Santander

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Trains from Bilbao to Santander run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 3h 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
75 km
Average train duration
2h 12m
Cheapest ticket price
$9
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 30m
First train
07:46
Last train
19:36
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

Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve from Bilbao to Santander trainsRenfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve trains will get you between Bilbao and Santander from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe

About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
$9
Luggage included
一件手提行李和最多三件行李免费。
Luggage storage
车顶行李架、车厢末端的行李区,以及座位之间的空间
Cancellation Policy
根据票务条件可取消
Refund
因取消列车而提供全额退款
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
大多数长途列车上设有餐车(自助餐厅),提供热餐和冷餐、小吃及饮料。头等舱乘客享有座位服务。
Seat reservation
可选座位预订。某些票种包含在内,其他票种需额外收费。建议在高峰旅行时段使用。
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
轮椅空间、无障碍厕所和为行动不便的乘客提供的协助服务。
Pets
小型宠物在笼子里可以免费旅行。狗必须系上牵引绳并戴上嘴套,需要购买票。导盲犬可以免费旅行。
Quiet zone

Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
$10
Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bilbao to Santander train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Santander by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santander, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Santander can start from as little as $9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Santander is $12; 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 train from Bilbao to Santander is 3h 30m to travel the 75 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Bilbao to Santander leaves at 7:46 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Bilbao to Santander leaves at 7:36 pm.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Bilbao to Santander with Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Bilbao to Santander, you can count on Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve for the best way to get you to Santander. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Santander and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Santander from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bilbao to Santander is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Santander including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Santander

Bilbao
Santander
The major train station for departures in Bilbao is Bilbao-Concordia. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao-Concordia for your trip from Bilbao to Santander.
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Amenities at train station
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
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ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km

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