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Barcelona to Bilbao

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5 h 40 min
603 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Barcelona to Bilbao

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Cheapest
By car (603 km)
5 h 40 min
603 km.
from $33
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Plane to Bilbao (Santander Airport)
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Rideshare
5 h 40 min
603 km.
from $7.87
Bus via Pamplona
9 h 10 min
468 km.
from $52.20

Navigate from Barcelona to Bilbao

Continue onto Carrer d'Aribau
1 km 899 m
Turn left onto Avinguda Diagonal
1 km 560 m
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Avinguda Diagonal
1 km 577 m
Keep left onto Plaza Venezuela / Venezuela plaza
27 m
Turn left onto Plaza Venezuela / Venezuela plaza
48 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$126.58

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$126.58

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$62.02–$88.60

MonBus

Phone:
+34 900 92 91 92
Email:
Website:
monbus.es/es
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Pamplona
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90
Bus from Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants to Pamplona
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.71–$51.90

Alava Bus

Phone:
+34 945 18 20 60
Email:
Website:
alavabus.eus/es/inicio
Bus from Pamplona / Iruña to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.76–$15.19

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Barcelone to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$38.73

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) is to rideshare which costs $33.26 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Bilbao (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Bilbao (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station). However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Santimami/San Mamés via Abando. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

The distance between Barcelona and Bilbao (Station) is 497 km. The road distance is 610.7 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) bus from?

Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) train from?

Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $29.35 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 6h 59m, you could also bus, which costs $53.26 - $76.09 and takes 8h.

Where does the Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) bus arrive?

Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) train arrive?

Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) is 611 km. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

Book your Barcelona to Bilbao (Station) bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bilbao (Station)?

There are 1332+ hotels available in Bilbao (Station). Prices start at $51.90 per night.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Bilbao (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Bilbao (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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