Barcelona to Bilbao
There’s no single way to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao; instead, several transport options are available, all compared here by schedule, duration, and price.
Travel options for Barcelona to Bilbao
Starting at Barcelona, travel affordably by a bus for 67 EUR, and reach Bilbao faster by flight in 1h y 15 minutes.
Bus from Barcelona to Bilbao
Catching a bus in Barcelona provides a convenient way to reach Bilbao, with multiple departures available from Barcelona throughout the day. The journey generally takes around 8 hours 45 minutes, arriving at Bilbao, with fares starting from 67 EUR. Reserve your seat in advance and secure your ticket for a comfortable and reliable trip.
Prices: 67 EUR
Duration: 8h 45m ⏱
Combined from Barcelona to Bilbao
Traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao with combined transport allows you to start from BCN Barcelona Airport and arrive conveniently at BIO Bilbao Airport. Expect a journey duration of approximately 9 hours 15 minutes, with tickets available for 77 EUR. Discover schedules and book your journey here.
Prices: 77 EUR
Duration: 9h 15m – 23h 40m ⏱
Flight from Barcelona to Bilbao
For travellers prioritising speed, this route is best covered by air. Flights operate from BCN Barcelona Airport, connecting Barcelona with Bilbao and arriving at BIO Bilbao Airport in around 1 hour 15 minutes. Fares commonly begin at 98 EUR, depending on availability. Full flight details and booking options are available on the flight listings page.
Prices: 98 EUR
Duration: 1h 15m ⏱
Charter from Barcelona to Bilbao
A private driver will take you from Barcelona to Bilbao, providing a direct and comfortable ride. The journey takes about 5 hours 33 minutes with fares starting at 955 EUR. Reserve your transfer here and travel at your own pace.
Prices: 955 EUR
Duration: 5h 33m – 5h 35m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Barcelona to Bilbao
Board the bus at Barcelona to travel between Barcelona and Bilbao. The service runs at --:-- and covers the distance in roughly 8h 45m. Prices start at 67 EUR and you will arrive at Bilbao when the journey concludes. This single-station route makes planning straightforward, check the bus timetable for Barcelona to Bilbao to view every departure and reserve your seat ahead of time.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Barcelona to Bilbao
67 EUR, from Barcelona to Bilbao, departure at --:--, duration 8h 45mBus Timetable: Barcelona → Bilbao
- --:-- --:-- 8h 45m 67 EUR
Combined Routes & Schedules from Barcelona to Bilbao
From BCN Barcelona Airport, take a route that combines multiple transport options en route to Bilbao. Expect to spend about 9h 15m to 23h 40m traveling, with services operating from 07:30 until 23:15 and tickets starting at 77 to 87 EUR. You’ll arrive at BIO Bilbao Airport, and checking the timetable for transfers linking Barcelona and Bilbao ensures you select the departure that fits your schedule.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Barcelona to Bilbao
77 EUR, from BCN Barcelona Airport to BIO Bilbao Airport, departure at 07:30, duration 9h 15mCombined Timetable: BCN Barcelona Airport → BIO Bilbao Airport
- 07:30 16:45 9h 15m 77 EUR
- 23:15 22:55 23h 40m 87 EUR
Flight Routes & Schedules from Barcelona to Bilbao
Take off from BCN Barcelona Airport on the only nonstop flight to Bilbao. You’ll be in the air for around 1h 15m before touching down at BIO Bilbao Airport. Flights run from 07:00 until 21:10 with fares starting at 98 to 617 EUR. Be sure to check the timetable covering Barcelona and Bilbao so you can pick the departure that fits your plans and reserve your seat ahead of time.
Cheapest Flight Barcelona to Bilbao
98 EUR, from BCN Barcelona Airport to BIO Bilbao Airport, departure at 07:00, duration 1h 15mFastest Flight Barcelona to Bilbao
164 EUR, from BCN Barcelona Airport to BIO Bilbao Airport, departure at some times, duration 1h 15mFlight Timetable: BCN Barcelona Airport → BIO Bilbao Airport
- 07:00 08:15 1h 15m 157 EUR
- 07:00 08:15 1h 15m 115 EUR
- 07:00 08:15 1h 15m 102 EUR
- 07:00 08:15 1h 15m 98 EUR
- 07:00 08:15 1h 15m 165 EUR
- 09:00 10:15 1h 15m 617 EUR
- 09:00 10:15 1h 15m 290 EUR
- 09:00 10:15 1h 15m 286 EUR
- 15:00 16:15 1h 15m 179 EUR
- 15:00 16:15 1h 15m 121 EUR
- 15:00 16:15 1h 15m 121 EUR
- 16:25 17:40 1h 15m 617 EUR
- 16:25 17:40 1h 15m 439 EUR
- 16:25 17:40 1h 15m 432 EUR
- 20:55 22:10 1h 15m 288 EUR
- 20:55 22:10 1h 15m 179 EUR
- 20:55 22:10 1h 15m 178 EUR
- 21:10 22:25 1h 15m 164 EUR
Charter Routes & Schedules from Barcelona to Bilbao
- Set off on a luxury ride toward Bilbao Airport, departing Barcelona El Prat Airport with the trip taking around 5h 33m. You can choose your preferred departure time, with ticket prices from 1,006 EUR.
- Book a private driver at Barcelona El Prat Airport to reach Bilbao Hotel Transfer, with the ride taking roughly 5h 33m. Travel options are flexible with fares starting from 1,006 EUR.
- From Barcelona Hotel Transfer, set off in a VIP taxi toward Bilbao Airport, with the ride lasting around 5h 35m. Fares from 955 EUR are available, with multiple departures throughout the day.
- Book a private driver at Barcelona Hotel Transfer to reach Bilbao Hotel Transfer, with the ride taking roughly 5h 35m. Travel options are flexible with fares starting from 955 EUR.
Cheapest Charter Barcelona to Bilbao
955 EUR, from Barcelona Hotel Transfer to Bilbao Airport, departure at --:--, duration 5h 35mFastest Charter Barcelona to Bilbao
1006 EUR, from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Bilbao Airport, departure at --:--, duration 5h 33mCharter Timetable: Barcelona El Prat Airport → Bilbao Airport
- --:-- --:-- 5h 33m 1006 EUR
Charter Timetable: Barcelona El Prat Airport → Bilbao Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 33m 1006 EUR
Charter Timetable: Barcelona Hotel Transfer → Bilbao Airport
- --:-- --:-- 5h 35m 955 EUR
Charter Timetable: Barcelona Hotel Transfer → Bilbao Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 35m 955 EUR
Frequently Asked Questions Barcelona to Bilbao
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao.
How long does the Barcelona to Bilbao route usually take?
Travel time on the Barcelona to Bilbao route depends on the transport you choose. The fastest listed option is a flight at about 1 hour 15 minutes, while the bus takes about 8 hours 45 minutes. Combined services can take between 9 and 24 hours.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The cheapest listed option on the Barcelona to Bilbao route is the bus at 67 EUR. Combined tickets are also relatively low at 77 to 87 EUR, while flights start at 98 EUR. Charter is much more expensive than the regular options.
How much should I expect to pay for Barcelona to Bilbao overall?
Prices on the Barcelona to Bilbao route vary by transport type. The bus is 67 EUR, combined travel is 77 to 87 EUR, flights range from 98 to 617 EUR, and charter services are 955 to 1006 EUR. The fare depends on the service and timing.
Which transport is the fastest on the Barcelona to Bilbao route?
The fastest option on the Barcelona to Bilbao route is the flight, which takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. It runs between BCN Barcelona Airport and BIO Bilbao Airport. Charter services take about 5 hours 33 to 35 minutes, so they are much slower than flying.
Where do trips from Barcelona to Bilbao leave from and arrive?
For the Barcelona to Bilbao route, the bus departs from Barcelona and arrives in Bilbao. Flights use BCN Barcelona Airport and BIO Bilbao Airport. Charter services can also use Barcelona El Prat Airport or Barcelona Hotel Transfer, with arrivals at Bilbao Airport or Bilbao Hotel Transfer.
How often do Barcelona to Bilbao services run, and what are the first and last departures?
The Barcelona to Bilbao route does not show a fixed frequency for any listed transport. Flights run from 07:00 to 21:10, and combined services run from 07:30 to 23:15. Bus and charter schedules do not list departure times.
What are the Barcelona to Bilbao flight details?
Flights on the Barcelona to Bilbao route take about 1 hour 15 minutes and run from BCN Barcelona Airport to BIO Bilbao Airport. Prices range from 98 to 617 EUR. There are 18 flights listed, with departures between 07:00 and 21:10.
What should I know about the Barcelona to Bilbao bus?
The bus on the Barcelona to Bilbao route costs 67 EUR and takes about 8 hours 45 minutes. It departs from Barcelona and arrives in Bilbao. Only one bus trip is listed, and no first or last departure time is shown.
How do the combined Barcelona to Bilbao services compare with the direct options?
Combined travel on the Barcelona to Bilbao route costs 77 to 87 EUR and takes between 9 and 24 hours. It uses BCN Barcelona Airport and BIO Bilbao Airport. That makes it slower than the direct flight and more expensive than the bus.
Are there charter options for Barcelona to Bilbao, and what are they like?
Charter services are listed for the Barcelona to Bilbao route at 955 to 1006 EUR. They take about 5 hours 33 to 35 minutes and can connect Barcelona El Prat Airport or Barcelona Hotel Transfer with Bilbao Airport or Bilbao Hotel Transfer.
Which Barcelona to Bilbao option has the widest price range?
The flight on the Barcelona to Bilbao route has the widest price range, from 98 to 617 EUR. That spread is much larger than the bus at 67 EUR or the combined service at 77 to 87 EUR. Charter pricing is high but much narrower.
If I want to book Barcelona to Bilbao tickets, where should I look?
For Barcelona to Bilbao tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It shows the listed options, including bus, flight, combined travel, and charter services, along with prices and schedules. That makes it easier to compare the route in one place.
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