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Museo Boca del Calvari
Municipal museum displaying Roman and later finds from the Tossal de la Cala site, explaining Benidorm’s ancient past.
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£138
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
1 d 4 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
575 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Benidorm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Benidorm will cost around £138 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for Benidorm every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 575 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 16 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Benidorm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £13.
Distance: 575 km
Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price Cheapest | £66 Average Price |
15h 2m Average total duration 14h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Benidorm coaches for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal+ Normal | 10:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 22:00 Benidorm, Bus Station | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:00 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 33h20 | 15:20 Benidorm, Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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Buses from Bilbao to Benidorm run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £13 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 575 km distance in 9h 55m.
Distance 575 km |
Average bus duration 14h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 55m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
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Discover the best of Benidorm — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Benidorm trip today.
Municipal museum displaying Roman and later finds from the Tossal de la Cala site, explaining Benidorm’s ancient past.
Small ethnographic museum in a historic house showing how local families lived before Benidorm’s tourism boom.
Cultural centre with rotating contemporary art and heritage exhibitions in a restored old-town building near the seafront.
Long sandy beach promenade lined with shops and services, ideal for walking, people-watching and easy access to the sea.
Benidorm’s old quarter of narrow streets, small squares and whitewashed buildings, best for atmosphere and local character.
Calmer, broader beach and promenade popular for sunset walks, with a more local feel than Levante.
Rice cooked in rich fish stock with assorted seafood. A hallmark of the Costa Blanca, it reflects Benidorm’s fishing heritage.
Short pasta cooked in seafood stock, often with monkfish, squid or prawns. A beloved Alicante coast dish with deep maritime flavour.
Bomba rice baked with stock, chickpeas, potatoes, tomato and pork or blood sausage. A traditional inland Alicante dish also common locally.
Elegant dining room known for refined rice dishes, seafood and Mediterranean cooking in Benidorm’s old town.
Long-established restaurant specialising in rice dishes, fish and classic Alicante cooking with a polished but relaxed feel.
Stylish seafront restaurant focused on rice, fresh fish and Mediterranean plates with broad bay views.
Benidorm is moderate for Spain’s coast: budget eats are easy, hotels rise in peak season, and local buses stay fairly cheap.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; in cafés, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Benidorm Bus Station -> Plaça del Castell, Benidorm
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Benidorm by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Benidorm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Benidorm buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Benidorm, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Benidorm bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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