The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Brussels
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 30 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
1007 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Brussels will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 8 buses that leave Bilbao for Brussels on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 1007 km distance in an average of 17 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 18 h 13 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.
95926 · 1466
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95920 · 1613
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95920 · 1613Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bilbao to Brussels
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 1007 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€74 Average price Cheapest | €186 Average price |
18h 12m Average total duration 17h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Brussels bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Brussels buses for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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95920 · 1613 | 7:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 18h13 | 1:13 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 21h20 | 7:15 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 21h45 | 11:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 17h00 | 11:45 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 17h30 | 12:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 19h40 | 2:50 PM Brussels, Gare Du Midi | 1 transfer | |
3164 · 1466 | 8:25 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 16h05 | 12:30 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 18h45 | 4:55 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Brussels
Buses from Bilbao to Brussels run on average 7 times per day, taking around 17h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 1007 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 1007 km |
Average bus duration 17h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa from Bilbao to BrusselsYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Brussels with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bilbao, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. When arriving in Brussels, you can end your trip in coach stations like Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and Bruxelles, Gare du Nord.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bilbao to Brussels, follow these tips:
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Brussels
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Noord (in the station)
- Quick Brussels Noord (in the station)
- Le Pain Quotidien (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 57, 58 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2
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