Bilbao to Barcelona by bus
Travelling from Bilbao to Barcelona by bus takes about 7h 15m, run by ALSA. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 10m.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €39
- Total journey
- 7h 15m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- ALSA
Omio catalogue, Oct 21 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Bilbao to BarcelonaALSA7h 15m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Bilbao to Barcelona
ALSA runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:15 and the last at 17:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALSA | 3 | 00:15 | 17:30 |
All departures
- 00:15
- 12:30
- 17:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Bus operators
- ALSA
- Timetable
- First bus at 00:15, last at 17:30, 3 a day with ALSA.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €26Older observation | 1h 10mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €55Omio catalogue, Oct 21 | 7h 11mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€26Older observation1h 10m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€55Omio catalogue, Oct 217h 11m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 21
Bilbao to Barcelona by bus: common questions
How long does Bilbao to Barcelona take by bus?
About 7h 15m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona?
Omio publishes €39 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Bilbao to Barcelona?
ALSA. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 10m. It is cheaper too, at €26.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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