Santander to Bilbao train with Renfe

Sun, 14 Jun
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for 14 Jun

Cheapest price

9S$

Average price

9S$

Fastest journey

3 h 11 m

Average duration

3 h 27 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

75 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santander to Bilbao will cost around 9S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 9S$.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Santander for Bilbao 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 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 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.

  • Renfe71855
    6:46 PM3h35
    Santander station
    10:21 PMBilbao-Concordia
    9 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe71851
    7:46 AM3h34
    Santander station
    11:20 AMBilbao-Concordia
    9 S$1One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe71853
    1:46 PM3h11
    Santander station
    4:57 PMBilbao-Concordia
    9 S$1One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Santander to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 8S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 8S$, and a train costs an average of 7S$.

Distance: 75 km

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Coach

9S$

Average Price

9S$

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Cheapest

2h 56m

Average total duration

2h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

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30m

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Live departures

Santander to Bilbao train times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Bilbao trains for today, Saturday, 13 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Renfe718531:46 PM Santander station
3h11
4:57 PM Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect
Renfe718556:46 PM Santander station
3h35
10:21 PM Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect
Sunday, 14 June
Renfe718517:46 AM Santander station
3h34
11:20 AM Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Santander to Bilbao trains with Omio?

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

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 Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Santander to Bilbao.
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  • 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 Santander to Bilbao.

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 Santander to Bilbao.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Santander to Bilbao

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Trains from Santander to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 7S$ if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:46, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 3h 10m.

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 26m
Cheapest ticket price
7S$
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 10m
First train
7:46 AM
Last train
7:39 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
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 Viajeros from Santander to Bilbao trainsRenfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Bilbao from 7S$. 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 10m
Cheapest Price
7S$
Renfe frequency
3 a day
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 Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
10S$
Renfe Viajeros frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Santander to Bilbao train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Santander to Bilbao can start from as little as 7S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santander to Bilbao is 9S$; 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 Santander to Bilbao is 3h 10m 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 Santander to Bilbao leaves at 7:46 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 7:39 pm.
Yes, there are 3 direct trains a day from Santander to Bilbao with Renfe, Renfe Viajeros. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Santander to Bilbao, you can count on Renfe, Renfe Viajeros for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Santander and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Bilbao from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Santander to Bilbao is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Bilbao including taking a train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Bilbao

Santander
Bilbao
The major train station for departures in Santander is Santander. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Santander for your trip from Santander to Bilbao.
SantanderParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
39008 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Valdecilla La MargaAccessibility
Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
address
Address
39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Nueva Montaña - FeveParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
39011 Santander, Cantabria, Spain
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km

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