The cheapest and fastest buses from Coimbra to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€45
Fastest journey
8 h 44 m
Average duration
11 h 8 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coimbra to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Bilbao will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 7 buses that leave Coimbra for Bilbao on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 568 km distance in an average of 11 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 44 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.
Normal10:30 AM8h44Coimbra8:14 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€321One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 AM8h44Coimbra8:14 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:35 PM14h15Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)9:50 AMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€461One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus11:30 AM15h50Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)4:20 AMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€461One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:45 AM14h10Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)7:55 PMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€471One-way1 transfer
Normal10:30 AM8h44Coimbra8:14 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€321One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 AM8h44Coimbra8:14 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses€321One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus6:10 PM11h30Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)6:40 AMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€491One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:30 AM12h30Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)11:00 PMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€631One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:45 AM14h10Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)7:55 PMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea€471One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Coimbra to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €117.
Distance: 568 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price | €117 Average price |
11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 24m Average total duration 36h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coimbra to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Bilbao buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:40 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 14h10 | 9:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 14h10 | 7:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 12h30 | 11:00 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Coimbra | 8h44 | 8:14 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Coimbra | 8h44 | 8:14 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 15h50 | 4:20 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 11h30 | 6:40 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Coimbra to Bilbao.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coimbra to Bilbao
Buses from Coimbra to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 568 km distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 568 km |
Average bus duration 10h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 44m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Coimbra to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Coimbra to Bilbao with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus 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 Coimbra to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Coimbra to Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
- 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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