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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for 14 Dec

Cheapest price

$12

Average price

$12

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 19 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 $12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $12.

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 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.

Renfe71853
01:46PM3h10
Santander station
04:56PMBilbao-Concordia
$121One-way
0 changes
Renfe71855
06:46PM3h22
Santander station
10:08PMBilbao-Concordia
$121One-way
0 changes
Renfe71851
07:46AM3h24
Santander station
11:10AMBilbao-Concordia
$121One-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 $10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 75 km

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Coach

$11

Average Price

$11

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Cheapest

3h 38m

Average total duration

3h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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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 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:06 am
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renfe718516:46 am Santander station
3h24
10:10 am Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect
renfe7185312:46 pm Santander station
3h10
3:56 pm Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect
renfe718555:46 pm Santander station
3h22
9:08 pm Bilbao-Concordia0 changesdirect

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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 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $10 by coach.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:53, the last at 19:39. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 3h 6m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $10
Distance
75 km
Average train duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$11
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
3h 6m
First train
07:53
Last train
19:39
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $10

Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve from Santander to Bilbao trainsRenfe, Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve trains will get you between Santander and Bilbao from $10. 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 6m
Cheapest Price
$11
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 Cercanias AM - Feve

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
$10
Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve frequency
3 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 $14 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santander to Bilbao is $14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Santander to Bilbao train travel time is 3 h 3 min   for the 74 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The train from Santander to Bilbao leaves at 8: 31am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Santander to Bilbao without having to change trains with Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve. There are 3 direct trains from Santander to Bilbao each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Santander to Bilbao train with Renfe Cercanias AM - Feve. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Santander and Bilbao as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Bilbao from Santander is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santander and Bilbao including taking a train or 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
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
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

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