What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and La Rioja?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Logroño Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and La Rioja?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Logrono. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Bilbao to La Rioja?

The distance between Bilbao and La Rioja is 141 km. The road distance is 129.2 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to La Rioja without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €8 - €13.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to La Rioja?

The bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Logroño Bus Station takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to La Rioja bus from?

Bilbao to La Rioja bus services, operated by Alava Bus, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to La Rioja train from?

Bilbao to La Rioja train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to La Rioja?

The best way to get from Bilbao to La Rioja is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €8 - €13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €29 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Bilbao to La Rioja bus arrive?

Bilbao to La Rioja bus services, operated by Alava Bus, arrive at Logroño Bus Station.

Where does the Bilbao to La Rioja train arrive?

Bilbao to La Rioja train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Logrono station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to La Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to La Rioja is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Bilbao to La Rioja.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to La Rioja?

Book your Bilbao to La Rioja train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near La Rioja?

There are 731+ hotels available in La Rioja.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to La Rioja?

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

Bilbao to La Rioja - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bilbao to La Rioja by bus, train (Renfe), 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 Bilbao Intermodal to Logroño Bus StationL17
1h 45m
€8–13
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to LogronoAlv
2h 53m
€15–29
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Logroño128.8 km
1h 51m
€9
Bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-GasteizA/3714 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to LogroñoL9
3h 16m
€11–17
Drive 129.2 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Logroño129.2 km
1h 31m
€20–29

Bilbao to La Rioja by bus

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1h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.7 km
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and La Rioja, Spain?

Alava Bus operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Logroño Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao-Abando to Logrono once daily. Tickets cost €15–29 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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