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

The cheapest way to get from La Rioja to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs €6 - €11 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Rioja to Bilbao is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs €20 - €29.

Is there a direct bus between La Rioja and Bilbao?

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

Is there a direct train between La Rioja and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Logrono and arriving at Bilbao-Abando. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from La Rioja to Bilbao?

The distance between La Rioja and Bilbao is 140 km. The road distance is 128.6 km.

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

The best way to get from La Rioja to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €8 - €17.

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

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

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

La Rioja to Bilbao bus services, operated by Alava Bus, depart from Logroño Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from La Rioja to Bilbao?

The best way to get from La Rioja to Bilbao is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs €8 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €15 - €28 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the La Rioja to Bilbao bus arrive?

La Rioja to Bilbao bus services, operated by Alava Bus, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the La Rioja to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from La Rioja to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rioja to Bilbao is 129 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from La Rioja to Bilbao.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from La Rioja to Bilbao?

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

La Rioja to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from La Rioja to Bilbao 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 Logroño Bus Station to Bilbao Intermodalbus L17
1h 45m
€8–17
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Logroño to Bilbaorideshare 128.8 km
1h 42m
€6–11
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Logrono to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
2h 58m
€15–28
Drive 128.6 km
1. Drive from Logroño to Bilbaocar 128.6 km
1h 32m
€21–29

La Rioja to Bilbao by bus

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.2 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Alava Bus operates a bus from Logroño Bus Station to Bilbao Intermodal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 1h 45m. ALSA also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Logrono to Bilbao-Abando once daily. Tickets cost €15–28 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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