The cheapest and fastest buses from Benidorm to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
16 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Benidorm to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Benidorm to Bilbao will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 4 buses that leave Benidorm for Bilbao on Mon, Feb 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct buses cover the 575 km distance in an average of 16 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest buses will take 1 d 8 h 5 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Benidorm to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Benidorm to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €18, and a bus costs an average of €51.
Distance: 575 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€68 Average price | €67 Average price Cheapest |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Benidorm to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Benidorm to Bilbao buses for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Benidorm, Bus Station | 32h05 | 10:25 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
REFUERZO | 7:55 PM Benidorm, Bus Station | 10h20 | 6:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 23 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM Benidorm | 10h30 | 6:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Benidorm to Bilbao by bus or flight
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Benidorm to Bilbao buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Bilman Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Bilman Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Jimenez or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Benidorm to Bilbao.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Jimenez or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Benidorm to Bilbao.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Benidorm to Bilbao.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Benidorm to Bilbao
Buses from Benidorm to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 575 km distance in 10h 15m.
Distance 575 km |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Bilman Bus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Benidorm to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Benidorm to Bilbao with Bilman Bus, Jimenez, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Benidorm to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Benidorm 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.

- Bilman Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Jimenez
- Jiménez Dorado buses offer assistance, priority boarding, and accessible seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
- Bilman Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refund for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Jimenez
- Tickets can be canceled with a penalty: 10% deduction if canceled more than 48 hours before departure, 20% deduction if canceled between 48 and 2 hours before departure, and no refund if canceled within 2 hours of departure.
- Bilman Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Jimenez
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (80x50x30) are included.
- Bilman Bus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Jimenez
- Additional luggage can be transported for an extra fee.
- Bilman Bus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Benidorm to Bilbao
- 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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