The cheapest and fastest buses from Marseille to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€116
Average price
€135
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bilbao will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €116.
Of the 3 buses that leave Marseille for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 21, 1 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 672 km distance in an average of 15 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 18 h 40 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.
50486 · 3169
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €63.
Distance: 672 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€66 Average price Cheapest | €177 Average price | €83 Average price |
14h 52m Average total duration 14h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 2m Average total duration 31h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg 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
Marseille to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille 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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FlixBus | 10:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h55 | 10:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
50486 · 3169 | 11:35 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 15h45 | 3:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h25 | 2:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 18h40 | 6:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Bilbao
Buses from Marseille to Bilbao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 672 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 672 km |
Average bus duration 14h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa from Marseille to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Bilbao with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa for as low as €33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Marseille to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

When departing from Marseille, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence and Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine. When arriving in Bilbao, you can end your journey in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Zorroza and Bilbao, Abando (Estación).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Marseille to Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
- 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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