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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lisbon to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 11 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 15 buses that leave Lisbon for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 726 km distance in an average of 12 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 12 h 59 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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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lisbon to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €47.
Distance: 726 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€53 Average price Cheapest | €193 Average price | €116 Average price |
12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 51m Average total duration 29h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lisbon to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Bilbao buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal | 9:00 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 11h30 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 11h00 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 12h35 | 5:40 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:00 PM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 15h45 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 15h30 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 10:30 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 15h15 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus | 10:50 PM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 10h55 | 9:45 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 3274 | 7:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 11h55 | 6:55 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 7:30 AM Lisboa, Terminal Rodoviário de Sete Rios | 14h29 | 9:59 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 14h00 | 10:00 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 8:00 AM Lisboa, Gare Oriente | 13h59 | 9:59 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Bilbao
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Buses from Lisbon to Bilbao run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 726 km distance in 10h 55m.
Distance 726 km |
Average bus duration 12h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Lisbon to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Bilbao with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lisbon to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lisboa, Gare Oriente, which is located around 5.6 miles (9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lisbon to Bilbao
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Sete Rios (in the station)
- Restaurante O Padeiro (0.5 km)
- Tasca da Esquina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 726, 731, 746, 755, 758 Metro: Blue Train: Sintra
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Gare Oriente (in the station)
- Restaurante Portugália (0.5 km)
- Pizzeria Luzzo Oriente (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 705, 725, 744, 759, 782 Metro: Red Train: Regional, Intercity, Alfa Pendular
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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