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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tarragona to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for Nov 22

Cheapest price

€57

Average price

€83

Fastest journey

9 h

Average duration

16 h 18 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

419 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Tarragona to Bilbao will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Tarragona to Bilbao without transferring at least once.

HifeNormal+AlsaNormal
11:00AM12h45
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco
11:45PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
571One-way
1 transfer
HifeNormal+AlsaNormal
11:00AM9h00
Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco
08:00PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
571One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
12:55AM27h10
Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
04:05AMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
1361One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Tarragona to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €43.

Distance: 419 km

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Flight

€52

Average price

Cheapest

€73

Average price

€116

Average price

11h 36m

Average total duration

11h 6m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 43m

Average total duration

6h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 11m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.3 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Tarragona to Bilbao bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Bilbao buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:52 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus11:55 PM Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
27h10
3:05 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea1 transfer
Saturday, November 22
hifeNormal+alsaNormal10:00 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco
12h45
10:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
hifeNormal+alsaNormal10:00 AM Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco
9h00
7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Bilbao

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Buses from Tarragona to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €42 by train.

There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 419 km distance in 7h 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €42
Distance
419 km
Average bus duration
11h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
€52
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
7h 15m
First bus
00:55
Last bus
22:15
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €42

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus from Tarragona to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus for as low as €42. 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
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
€45
Alsa frequency
1 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.

Hife

About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 15m
Cheapest Price
€52
Hife frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; 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.

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
2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Tarragona to Bilbao

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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
When taking a coach from Tarragona to Bilbao, you can count on Alsa, Hife, Conda, BlaBlaCar or Vibasa for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service from Tarragona to Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Tarragona, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), Tarragona and Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco. When arriving in Bilbao, you can end your route in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Abando (Estación) and Bilbao.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tarragona, Estació d'autobusos (Pl. Imperial Tàrraco), which is located around 0.6 miles (942 m) 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.

The cheapest month for a coach from Tarragona to Bilbao is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tarragona and Bilbao including taking a coach, flight or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Tarragona to Bilbao

Tarragona
Bilbao
The major bus station for departures in Tarragona is Tarragona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tarragona for your trip from Tarragona to Bilbao.
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Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses
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