
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
1 h 48 m
Buses on 05 Sept
4
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Irun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Irun will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 4 buses from Bilbao to Irun, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Irun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 92 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Irun:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bilbao to Irun costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Irun take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £9. The journey takes 1h 40m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa Supra, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Irun coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 4:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 6:05 Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 15:20 Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 15:50 Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:20 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 22:00 Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Bilbao to Irun run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Irun 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 Irun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Irun buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Irun, Txanaleta Plaza station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Irun 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.
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several nearby cafes and restaurants.
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. ATMs are available at nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Ramps and designated areas for accessibility.
Bilbao, Abando (Estación) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafes available.
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación). ATMs are aTM machines available near entrances.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación).
Available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación): Wheelchair ramps and assistance available.
Irun, Txanaleta Plaza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Ticket office support is available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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