The cheapest and fastest buses from Rotterdam to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
20 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 32 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1110 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Bilbao will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rotterdam for Bilbao on Wed, Feb 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 1110 km distance in an average of 22 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 1 h 25 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 for Rotterdam to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €36.
Distance: 1110 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price |
20h 0m Average total duration 19h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Bilbao buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:25 AM Rotterdam | 23h35 | 9:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Rotterdam | 22h00 | 10:30 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 PM Rotterdam | 28h40 | 12:35 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Rotterdam | 21h05 | 6:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Bilbao
Buses from Rotterdam to Bilbao run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €36 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1110 km distance in 20h 20m.
Distance 1110 km |
Average bus duration 19h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 20h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Rotterdam to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rotterdam to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rotterdam to Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 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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