The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Zagreb
Cheapest price
€119
Average price
€128
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 11 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1521 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Zagreb will cost around €128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for Zagreb on Tue, Dec 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 1521 km distance in an average of 1 d 11 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 35 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 1 d 13 h 20 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 Bilbao to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €95. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €95, and a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 1521 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€133 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price |
29h 26m Average total duration 28h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bilbao to Zagreb bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Zagreb buses for today, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 40h35 | 6:10 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 36h40 | 7:50 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Zagreb
Buses from Bilbao to Zagreb run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €95 but you can travel from only €87 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 1521 km distance in 30h 15m.
Distance 1521 km |
Average bus duration 28h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €95 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 30h 15m |
First bus 04:35 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. from Bilbao to ZagrebYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Zagreb with Ourbus, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. for as low as €87. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Ourbus
Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A.
FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Zagreb
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
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