4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Coimbra
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Coimbra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Coimbra will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bilbao for Coimbra every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 568 km distance in an average of 10 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 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.
FlixBus22:558h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea6:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£431One-way0 changes- FlixBus4:0011h25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea14:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:0012h00Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea22:00Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£741One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:0510h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea9:35Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£1011One-way1 change
- FlixBus22:558h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea6:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£431One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:0510h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea9:35Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£1011One-way1 change
- FlixBus4:0011h25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea14:25Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:0012h00Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea22:00Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária)£741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bilbao to Coimbra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Coimbra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £113.
Distance: 568 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £113 Average Price |
10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 31m Average total duration 29h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bilbao to Coimbra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Coimbra coaches for today, Tuesday 21 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 22:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 8h30 | 6:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 10h30 | 9:35 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
 Normal | 2:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h29 | 11:44 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
 Normal | 2:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h29 | 11:44 Coimbra | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 11h25 | 14:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 12h00 | 22:00 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Coimbra
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Buses from Bilbao to Coimbra run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 568 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 568 km |
Average bus duration 10h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus from Bilbao to CoimbraYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Coimbra with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Coimbra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Coimbra 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 Coimbra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Coimbra
Most Bilbao to Coimbra buses use the Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea to Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) station pair, with some services arriving at Coimbra. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Coimbra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Coimbra station do buses from Bilbao arrive at?
Getting to Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) from Coimbra city centre
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) is 2 km from Coimbra city centre. Public transport options include:
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) bus station facilities and services
Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Central (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km), Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Coimbra from Coimbra city centre
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