Travelling from Santander to Bilbao by train

Want to know how to get from Santander to Bilbao by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Santander to Bilbao take around 6 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 75 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Santander is scheduled to depart at around  06:48. The last departure is usually at around 19:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Santander at around 06:48, with the last train leaving at around 20:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 14 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £29.10.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bilbao, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bilbao.

Is there a direct train from Santander to Bilbao?

The journey between Santander and Bilbao usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Santander to Bilbao every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Santander to Bilbao?

The Santander to Bilbao train travel takes about 6 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Santander to Bilbao train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bilbao leaving Santander at around 06:48 and the last train leaving at around 19:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Santander at around 06:48, with the final departure at 20:20.