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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Basque Country is to train which costs €5 - €7 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Basque Country is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €15 - €22.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at San Sebastián / Donostia. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at Amara-Donostia. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Basque Country?

The distance between Bilbao and Basque Country is 102 km. The road distance is 98.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Basque Country without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €1 - €17.

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

The bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / Donostia takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Bilbao to Basque Country bus services, operated by Avanza Gipuzkoa, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

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

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

Train or bus from Bilbao to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Basque Country is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs €1 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €5 - €7 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Bilbao to Basque Country bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Basque Country train arrive?

Bilbao to Basque Country train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Basque Country is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Bilbao to Basque Country.

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

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

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1624+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Basque Country?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to Basque Country 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.

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1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / DonostiaDo01 / ...
1h 20m
€1–17
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
2h 40m
€5–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Saint-Sébastien99.2 km
1h 25m
€4–10
Drive 98.3 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastián98.3 km
1h 7m
€16–22

Bilbao to Basque Country by bus

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Distance: 102.3 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

Avanza Gipuzkoa operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / Donostia hourly. Tickets cost €12–17 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Euskotren operates a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostia hourly. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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