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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Salamanca to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salamanca to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salamanca to Bilbao will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 9 buses that leave Salamanca for Bilbao on Sun, Nov 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Nov 16 the direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Sun, Nov 16 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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Compare train and bus for Salamanca to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salamanca 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 train which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €39 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salamanca to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salamanca to Bilbao buses for today, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 7h40 | 3:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 8:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 8:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Salamanca to Bilbao
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Buses from Salamanca to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 340 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Salamanca to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Salamanca to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salamanca to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salamanca 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 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 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 Salamanca to Bilbao
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Salamanca (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 4, 7 Train: Salamanca Station
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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