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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€70
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 30 buses that leave Barcelona for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 467 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 54 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 467 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
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€86 Average price Cheapest | €187 Average price | €91 Average price |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Bilbao buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h45 | 10:25 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| 06080+Normal | 6:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h10 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| 06090+Normal | 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h15 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| 06010+Normal | 8:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h10 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06020+Normal | 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h10 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| 06020+Normal | 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h55 | 10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h45 | 2:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| 06130+Normal | 12:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 10h39 | 10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| 06130+Normal | 12:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h54 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| 06014+Normal | 12:45 PM Barcelona Sants | 10h00 | 10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 2:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h45 | 10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h55 | 5:25 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| 06160+Normal | 2:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h50 | 10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h40 | 12:50 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Bilbao
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Buses from Barcelona to Bilbao run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €57 but you can travel from only €46 by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 467 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 467 km |
Average bus duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Barcelona to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Bilbao
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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