The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 41 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
458 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 5 buses that leave Bilbao for Santiago de Compostela on Thu, Jan 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 458 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 13 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.

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 458 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€60 Average price | €217 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 1:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h45 | 12:00 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 13h15 | 10:00 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h15 | 8:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
Buses from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 17:45. The fastest bus covers the 458 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 458 km |
Average bus duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Bilbao to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
- 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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