What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao is to train which costs €5 - €7 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Sebastián / Donostia and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amara-Donostia and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Bilbao?

The distance between Basque Country and Bilbao is 101 km. The road distance is 97.9 km.

How do I travel from Basque Country to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs €8 - €17.

How long does it take to get from Basque Country to Bilbao?

The bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Bilbao Intermodal takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Bilbao bus from?

Basque Country to Bilbao bus services, operated by Avanza Gipuzkoa, depart from San Sebastián / Donostia station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Bilbao train from?

Basque Country to Bilbao train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Amara-Donostia station.

Train or bus from Basque Country to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Bilbao is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs €8 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Basque Country to Bilbao bus arrive?

Basque Country to Bilbao bus services, operated by Avanza Gipuzkoa, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Basque Country to Bilbao train arrive?

Basque Country to Bilbao train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Bilbao is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Basque Country to Bilbao.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basque Country to Bilbao?

Book your Basque Country to Bilbao bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1648+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from Basque Country to Bilbao?

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

Basque Country to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basque Country to Bilbao by bus, train, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Bilbao IntermodalDo01 / ...
1h 15m
€8–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Sébastien to Bilbao98.5 km
1h 24m
€4–8
Train
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-BilbaoE1
2h 31m
€5–7
Drive 97.9 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Bilbao97.9 km
1h 5m
€16–22

Basque Country to Bilbao by bus

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Distance: 101.1 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Basque Country, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

Avanza Gipuzkoa operates a bus from San Sebastián / Donostia to Bilbao Intermodal hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Euskotren operates a train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao hourly. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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