The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main
Cheapest price
£110
Average price
£125
Fastest journey
22 h 10 m
Average duration
1 d 51 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1166 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main will cost around £125 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £110.
To travel from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain4:3029h25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea9:55Frankfurt South station£1101One-way3 changes
95920 · 304848:0022h10Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses6:10Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1121One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:3027h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea8:00Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1181One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:0522h25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea18:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1291One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:2025h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea5:50Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1341One-way1 change
95920 · 304848:0022h10Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses6:10Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1121One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:0522h25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea18:30Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1291One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:2025h30Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea5:50Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof)£1341One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:3026h50Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea7:20Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1381One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:0527h20Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea23:25Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36)£1341One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £271.
Distance: 1166 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
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£67 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price | £271 Average Price |
22h 48m Average total duration 22h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 35h 22m Average total duration 34h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 25h30 | 3:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 2:30 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 29h25 | 7:55 Frankfurt South station | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 27h30 | 6:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 26h50 | 5:20 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 changes | |
95920 · 30484 | 6:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 22h10 | 4:10 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 22h25 | 16:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 27h20 | 21:25 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main
Buses from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1166 km distance in 22h 10m.
Distance 1166 km |
Average bus duration 22h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 22h 10m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa from Bilbao to Frankfurt am MainYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main, 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 Frankfurt am Main
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Hausmann's (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal at designated taxi stands.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 61, 62, 77 Train: S8, S9
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