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How to Travel from

Barcelona to Cantabria

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Parayas
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$215.18
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$126.58

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Parayas
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.38–$215.18
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$126.58

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$59.49–$82.28
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Santander
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$59.49
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

iryo

Phone:
+34 910 150 000
Website:
iryo.eu/es/home
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93

Ouigo

Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Santander
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.13–$15.19

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Santander
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

MonBus

Phone:
+34 900 92 91 92
Website:
monbus.es/es
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Pamplona
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Alava Bus

Phone:
+34 945 18 20 60
Website:
alavabus.eus/es/inicio
Bus from Pamplona / Iruña to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

International Regular Bus Castro

Phone:
0034942867026
Website:
irb-grupo.com/es/
Bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Castro
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.67

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Barcelone to Santander
Ave. Duration:
8h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.05

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria is to rideshare which costs $49.85 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $21.74 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Cantabria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Santander E.A.. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Cantabria?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Cantabria. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Santander via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Cantabria?

The distance between Barcelona and Cantabria is 562 km. The road distance is 709.6 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Cantabria without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria without a car is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Cantabria?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Barcelona to Cantabria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Cantabria bus from?

Barcelona to Cantabria bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Cantabria train from?

Barcelona to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Cantabria?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Cantabria is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $21.74 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $141.30 and takes 7h 57m, you could also bus, which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Barcelona to Cantabria bus arrive?

Barcelona to Cantabria bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Santander E.A. station.

Where does the Barcelona to Cantabria train arrive?

Barcelona to Cantabria train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Cantabria?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Cantabria is 710 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Barcelona to Cantabria.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to Cantabria?

Book your Barcelona to Cantabria train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Cantabria?

Book your Barcelona to Cantabria bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cantabria?

There are 364+ hotels available in Cantabria. Prices start at $42.41 per night.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Cantabria?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Cantabria. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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