Facts about the transport from Santiago to Bilbao
| Cheapest Transport | $72 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 5m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 12 |
| Distance | 667 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Alsa, Daytrip, Vueling |
Santiago to Bilbao
Best Options
$204
$1,244
Other Options
Transportation from Santiago to Bilbao
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Buses$ 71.51
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Flights$ 203.87
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Taxis$ 865.63
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Santiago
To Santiago
From Bilbao
Popular Routes in Spain
How to get from Santiago to Bilbao
Travelling between Santiago and Bilbao is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,243.38 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 203.59.
How long does it take to get from Santiago to Bilbao?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 14 hours to travel between Santiago and Bilbao depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Santiago and Bilbao. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 13h 20m to reach Bilbao.
How much does it cost to get from Santiago to Bilbao?
Travelling between Santiago and Bilbao can be as cheap as USD 203.59 if you opt for a Vueling flight and as expensive as USD 1,243.38 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Santiago and Bilbao ?
- 3 from Santiago to Bilbao starting from 09:15 Santiago de Compostela Airport until 19:45 Santiago de Compostela Airport
- 9 from Santiago to Bilbao starting from 00:00 Santiago Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Santiago Hotel Transfer
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Santiago to Bilbao.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Santiago to Bilbao, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 203.87.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Santiago and Bilbao
Vueling
Bus
Travelling from Santiago to Bilbao overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Santiago and Bilbao
Alsa
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Santiago and Bilbao
Daytrip
What is the most popular transport to get from Santiago to Bilbao?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus