Pamplona to Bilbao bus with Autobuses La Unión

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Pamplona to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Cheapest price

€14

Average price

€18

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 44 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

115 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pamplona to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Pamplona to Bilbao will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave Pamplona for Bilbao on Wed, Dec 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.

BlaBlaCar
10:00AM1h50
Pamplona
11:50AMBilbao
€141One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:50PM1h50
Pamplona
06:40PMBilbao
€151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:00PM1h40
Pamplona
02:40PMBilbao
€151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
09:50AM1h40
Pamplona
11:30AMBilbao
€151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
06:30AM1h40
Pamplona
08:10AMBilbao
€161One-way
0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pamplona to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 115 km

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€18

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€21

Average price

3h 12m

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Pamplona to Bilbao bus times

The table below shows live departures for Pamplona to Bilbao buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 9:36 PM
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condaNormal · Normal10:00 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
4h30
2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal10:30 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
4h00
2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal1:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
3h20
4:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal3:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
4h20
7:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal4:45 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
3h05
7:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal5:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
3h50
9:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
condaNormal · Normal7:00 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
4h20
11:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer

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Overview: Bus from Pamplona to Bilbao

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Buses from Pamplona to Bilbao run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.

There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 115 km distance in 3h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
115 km
Average bus duration
2h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€18
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
3
Fastest bus
3h 5m
First bus
04:15
Last bus
22:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Conda, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, La Burundesa, Alava Bus from Pamplona to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Pamplona to Bilbao with Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Conda, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, La Burundesa, Alava Bus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
€18
Alsa frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Learn more about Alsa

Conda

About
Conda is a bus company based in Spain, known for operating a significant number of bus routes with a focus on high-quality service. They prioritize reliability and punctuality in their schedules, regular maintenance of their vehicle fleet, and passenger satisfaction. Conda offers regular passenger transportation and also provides bus rentals for various occasions. Many of their buses are equipped with amenities such as WiFi, air conditioning, and toilets, with some newer vehicles offering at-seat power sockets and leather seats. Conda's services cover numerous destinations, particularly within Spain, including popular routes to cities like Pamplona, San Sebastian, and Madrid.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
€17
Conda frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.

Alsa Supra

About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an \Ociobus\" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Alsa Supra frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Learn more about FlixBus

La Burundesa

About
La Burundesa is a bus company based in Navarra, Spain, founded in 1925. It provides regular passenger transport services connecting various towns in Navarra and the Basque Country, including Pamplona, Bilbao, Vitoria, Irún, Jaca, and Santander. The company also offers bus services for school, work, and private groups. La Burundesa is part of Grupo La Unión, which collectively transports over two million passengers annually. They operate a fleet of over 40 buses, prioritizing safety and comfort, and maintain a high punctuality rate of 99.7%. Amenities on their buses often include reclining seats, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the luggage compartment.

Autobuses La Unión

About
Autobuses La Unión is a Spanish bus company with over 80 years of history, operating a significant number of routes, primarily connecting cities like Bilbao, Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Pamplona. The company emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining its vehicle fleet to high standards. In addition to regular passenger transport, Autobuses La Unión also offers bus rentals. They provide various services including online ticket purchasing, timetables, and special offers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Additional luggage
Bicycles, surfboards, skis, and musical instruments can be transported for an additional fee, subject to space availability in the baggage compartment, with a maximum of three units per vehicle and one per passenger.
Cancellation Policy
In the event of cancellation, the passenger will be reimbursed with the fare, less 10% if cancellation is requested giving at least 48 hours notice prior to departure and 20% if requested between 48 and 2 hours prior to the bus departure time.
Refund
If the service is canceled due to meteorological reasons, the company will attempt to keep passengers informed and transport them on the next available service without compensation.
Pregnant on board
Pregnant women are considered persons with reduced mobility and can use preferential seating.
Unaccompagned minor
Children under 8 must always travel accompanied by an adult, while unaccompanied children aged 8 to 16 are allowed with parental authorization.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Autobuses La Unión provides coaches adapted for people with reduced mobility, including motorized ramps or elevators and a kneeling system, and at least four preferential seats near the entrance are reserved for those with restricted mobility who do not use wheelchairs.
Bikes
Bicycles must be checked in at the ticket office, disassembled (front wheel removed), and properly packaged, with a fee of €10 for Pamplona routes and €5 for Vitoria routes, and a maximum of 3 bicycles per bus.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

Alava Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€9
Alava Bus frequency
8 a day

Buses from Pamplona to Bilbao

Anyone who needs to travel from Pamplona to Bilbao can easily do so by bus. There are 6-7 direct weekday departures from Pamplona, and six services on Saturdays and Sundays. Journey times vary a little, with the quickest buses taking two hours, and the slowest taking two hours 30 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Pamplona to Bilbao?

All buses to Bilbao from Pamplona are provided by Autobuses La Union, which runs a daily service, 52 weeks per year.

How long is the bus from Pamplona to Bilbao?

Buses to Bilbao from Pamplona won't take too long to reach their destination. Journey times vary from two hours to two hours 30 minutes when no changes are required.

How many buses are there from Pamplona to Bilbao?

During the week, travelers can choose between 6-7 direct buses from Pamplona to Bilbao, and there should be six options on Saturdays and Sundays. Buses start as early as 7:00 a.m. and continue until mid-evening, so there should be departures to suit most schedules.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Pamplona to Bilbao?

Departure Bus Station: Buses from Pamplona to Bilbao will depart from Pamplona/Iruna bus station. The bus station is located at the heart of modern Pamplona, around 800 meters south of the cathedral and next to the citadel. Buses L9 and L18 run to the terminal, and provide useful links for those in the city's suburbs. Those coming from outside Pamplona could also catch regional trains to the city's main station. However, leave 20 minutes for taxi transfers across the city, as the two facilities are about two miles apart.

Arrival Bus Station: Buses to Bilbao from Pamplona will terminate at Bilbao Termibus - the city's main coach hub. Termibus is situated close to the center of town, in San Mames district. The best route into the city (and to attractions like the Guggenheim Museum) is to walk or hop on the Bilbao Metro, which takes 5-10 minutes to make the journey. Those headed to the port of Bilbao can also use the Metro, and alight at Penota or Areeta stations. Finally, if travelers need to connect with flights from Bilbao Airport, transfers should be simple. Just take Bizkaibus service A3247, which departs from Termibus every 15 minutes during the day, and takes around 20 minutes.

FAQs: Bus from Pamplona to Bilbao

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pamplona 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Pamplona to Bilbao can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Pamplona to Bilbao is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Pamplona to Bilbao coach time is 1 h 50 min   covering the 115 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Pamplona to Bilbao leaves at 06: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Pamplona to Bilbao leaves at 20: 30.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Pamplona to Bilbao with Alava Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Pamplona to Bilbao coach with Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Conda, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, La Burundesa or Alava Bus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip between Pamplona and Bilbao as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda), which is located around 0.6 miles (894 m) 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.

A day trip to Bilbao from Pamplona is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Bilbao from Pamplona including taking a train or coach.
No, the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.
    No, luggage for the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Pamplona to Bilbao.

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    Popular bus stations from Pamplona to Bilbao

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    The major bus station for departures in Pamplona is Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) for your trip from Pamplona to Bilbao.
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    Address
    Calle Yanguas y Miranda, 2, 31003 Pamplona, Navarra, Spain
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Calle Yanguas y Miranda
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
    • Tapas Bar (in the station)
    • Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transit options for Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda)
    • Bus: 4, 7, 9, 12 Train: RENFE

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