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Coach Information between Bilbao and Barcelona

distanceDistance289 miles (466 km)
durationAverage coach duration7 h 15 min
priceAverage coach ticket price£42 (€47)
changesDirect coachYes
carriersCoach companiesAlsa, BlaBlaCar, Flixbus or Eurolines Switzerland

Coaches from Bilbao to Barcelona cover the 289 miles (466 km) long journey taking on average 7 h 15 min with our travel partners like Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Flixbus or Eurolines Switzerland. There are direct coach services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £42, you can find the cheapest coach ticket for as low as £32. Travellers depart most frequently from Bilbao-Abando and arrive in Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.

Coach companies

Alsa Bilbao – Barcelona

You can travel by coach between Bilbao and Barcelona with Alsa for as low as £32. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Alsa

Enjoy one of the most comfortable travel experiences at a budget price with a coach from Bilbao to Barcelona with Alsa. The Alsa coach covers 289 miles (466 km) between Bilbao and Barcelona at prices starting as low as £32. Alsa even has different ticket types on select routes for the budget traveller in mind, including Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares. Simply check Omio for Alsa coach timetables and tickets and book the best Bilbao - Barcelona coach for you.

As Spain’s main coach operator offering thousands of regional and urban routes throughout the country, plus more than 300 international routes in 16 different European countries and Morocco, Alsa offers an impressive fleet of coaches with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal coach with free WiFi, WCs, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium coaches provide more luxurious services when travelling by road, depending on the specific route.

Operator ticket policies for COVID

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  • Online booking and check-in recommended
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Buses from Bilbao to Barcelona
Take the bus to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Barcelona.
FAQs
How much does a cheap coach to Barcelona from Bilbao cost?
You can find a cheap coach from Bilbao to Barcelona for some dates and times for as low as £32  one way in the next 7 days.
How much does the coach from Bilbao to Barcelona cost on average?
If you’re looking to buy tickets for this trip in the next 7 days, you’ll find that Bilbao to Barcelona coach prices are on average £42  one way.
What is the distance by coach from Bilbao to Barcelona?
When travelling this route you should expect the distance between Bilbao and Barcelona via coach to be approximately 289 miles (466 km).
How long is the coach journey from Bilbao to Barcelona?
On average the Bilbao to Barcelona coach time is 7 h 15 min  covering the 289 miles (466 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and bank holidays.
When travelling by coach from Bilbao to Barcelona, which coach station in Bilbao do I depart from and which coach station in Barcelona do I arrive in?

When departing from Bilbao, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bilbao, Zorroza, Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. When arriving in Barcelona, you can end your journey in coach stations like Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, Barcelona, Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas-El Prat (T1) and Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona/Sants.

Omio customers book a coach from Bilbao-Abando   to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord   most frequently for this route.

Where is the coach station in Bilbao? Where is the coach station in Barcelona?

Passengers booking this trip most frequently board their coaches from Bilbao-Abando and need to travel around 0 mile (s) / 0 km from the city centre to get to this coach station.

Passengers arriving in Barcelona most often arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and need to travel around 1 mile (s) / 2 km from this coach station to the city centre.

Which coach companies can take me from Bilbao to Barcelona?
For the route from Bilbao to Barcelona you can take a coach with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Flixbus or Eurolines Switzerland. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Barcelona from Bilbao on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Can I book a direct coach from Bilbao to Barcelona?
Yes, you can look for direct coaches from Bilbao to Barcelona with Alsa  without needing to change in between. Taking a direct coach tends to save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking a ticket for this trip.
When is the earliest coach from Bilbao to Barcelona? When is the last coach from Bilbao to Barcelona?
The earliest coach for this trip departs from Bilbao at 05: 30. The last coach leaves from Bilbao at 14: 30. Check Omio for the latest coach timetable from Bilbao to Barcelona and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.
How far in advance should I buy coach tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona for the best deals?
In general, we recommend booking tickets for coaches in advance to score the best deals from all possible coach companies offering this journey and save money. If you purchase coach tickets to Barcelona from Bilbao within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £42 one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your coach ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona a few months in advance.

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