Bilbao to Salou bus with Alsa

Tue, Sep 08
+ Add return
Alsa
Hife
BlaBlaCar
FlixBus
Avanza
2,000+ travel companies
Alsa
Hife
BlaBlaCar
FlixBus
Avanza
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Salou

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 08

Cheapest price on Sep 08

€53

Average ticket price on Sep 08

€53

Fastest journey on Sep 08

7 h 50 m

Average journey duration on Sep 08

7 h 50 m

Buses on Sep 08

1

Distance

414 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Salou will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.

Fast buses

On Tue, Sep 08, we found 1 buses from Bilbao to Salou, including 1 direct services.

On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 414 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .

On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.

  • Hife
    7:30 AM7h50
    Bilbao
    3:20 PMSalou
    531One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Bilbao to Salou

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, while a flight costs an average of €70.

Distance: 414 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Bus
Flight
Driving

€58

Average price

Cheapest

€70

Average price

€90

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 30m

Average total duration

7h 0m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 19m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Vueling

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Salou is a bus with an average price of €58.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Salou:

A bus is €13 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Salou costing on average €70.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Salou is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 18m.

Other travel options to Salou take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Salou including taking a bus and flight.

Live departures

Bilbao to Salou bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Salou buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Hife7:30 AM Bilbao
7h50
3:20 PM Salou0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Bilbao to Salou 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.

Tue
Sep 08
Wed
Sep 09
Thu
Sep 10
Fri
Sep 11
Sat
Sep 12
Sun
Sep 13
Mon
Sep 14
Tue
Sep 15
Wed
Sep 16
Thu
Sep 17
Fri
Sep 18
Sat
Sep 19
Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21

Why should you book Bilbao to Salou buses with Omio?

Alsa as well as Hife offer buses services from Bilbao to Salou.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bilbao to Salou.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Salou.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bilbao to Salou.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Salou.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Salou.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Salou

SpainSpain
SpainSpain
Icon of bus

Buses from Bilbao to Salou run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 414 km distance in 7h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €21
Distance
414 km
Average bus duration
7h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€55
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
7h 50m
First bus
6:30 AM
Last bus
10:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Sep
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from €21

Bus providers: Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar from Bilbao to SalouYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Salou with Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar for as low as €21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€55
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Hife

About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Hife Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Hife Price
€55
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Salou

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Salou 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 Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bilbao to Salou can start from as little as €55 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bilbao to Salou is €58; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bilbao to Salou is 7h 50m to travel the 414 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bilbao to Salou leaves at 6:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bilbao to Salou leaves at 10:15 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Bilbao to Salou with Hife, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bilbao to Salou, you can count on Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Salou. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Salou and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bilbao , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea . When arriving in Salou , you can end your trip in coach stations like Salou, Estación de Autobuses, Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salou, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Salou from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bilbao to Salou is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Salou including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bilbao to Salou:
  • Hife
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou for coach company Alsa, Hife.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou depends on the coach companies:
  • Hife
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, Hife.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou:
  • Hife
    • 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.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou:
  • Hife
    • 15€ per additional bag.
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bilbao to Salou. The following conditions apply:
  • Hife
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Salou

Most Bilbao to Salou buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Salou, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Salou bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bilbao
Arrival bus stations in Salou

Which Bilbao station do buses to Salou leave from?

Buses from Bilbao to Salou leave from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. The station is 2 km from Bilbao city centre at Gurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain.
Bilbao, Estación de AutobusesGurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre

Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus01, 10 · 3m · every ~13 min
A3223 · 7m · €2
TramTr · 3m · €2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 2m · €2 · every ~33 min

Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services

Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kaleaLuis Briñas K., Basurtu-Zorrotza, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre

Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC1, C2 · 6m · €1 · every ~10 min
Bus28 · 15m · €2 · every ~11 min
TramTr · 11m · €2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 7m · €2 · every ~33 min

Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea bus station facilities and services

Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several nearby cafes and restaurants.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. ATMs are available at nearby locations.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Ramps and designated areas for accessibility.

More options for your journey from Bilbao to Salou

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone