The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Of the 14 buses that leave Bilbao for Barcelona on Mon, Mar 30, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 467 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
Normal03:30PM7h30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses11:00PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€651One-way0 transfers
Normal10:15PM8h30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses06:45AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€651One-way0 transfers
Normal03:30PM7h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses10:45PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants€651One-way0 transfers
Normal10:15PM8h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses06:30AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants€651One-way0 transfers
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0617112:30PM8h12Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses08:42PMBarcelona Sants€661One-way1 transfer
Normal03:30PM7h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses10:45PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants€651One-way0 transfers
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0601303:30PM7h16Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses10:46PMBarcelona Sants€751One-way1 transfer
Normal03:30PM7h30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses11:00PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€651One-way0 transfers
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0617112:30PM8h12Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses08:42PMBarcelona Sants€661One-way1 transfer
Normal10:15PM8h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses06:30AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants€651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. 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 €20, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 467 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€53 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price | €61 Average price |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Barcelona buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 9:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 8:45 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06013 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 7h16 | 8:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 30h05 | 8:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 30h35 | 9:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 24h05 | 2:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 17h10 | 7:40 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06171 | 4:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 14h12 | 6:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06121 | 4:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h09 | 1:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06021 | 4:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h36 | 4:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 17h05 | 9:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 18h50 | 3:40 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06171 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h12 | 6:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h16 | 8:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Barcelona
Buses from Bilbao to Barcelona run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 467 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 467 km |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Monbus, Infobus, Vibasa, Alava Bus from Bilbao to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Monbus, Infobus, Vibasa, Alava Bus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Monbus
- Monbus works to eliminate barriers for people with functional diversity and offers a service for passengers with their own wheelchair, which must be requested 24 hours in advance via email.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Monbus
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's recommended to check the policies during the booking process or the company's terms and conditions.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Barcelona
- 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
- 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
- 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
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