The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Lausanne
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
21 h 5 m
Average duration
21 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
835 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Lausanne will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £99.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bilbao for Lausanne 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 835 km distance in an average of 21 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 20 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bilbao to Lausanne
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £262.
Distance: 835 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£80 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price | £262 Average Price |
18h 17m Average total duration 17h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 59m Average total duration 22h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bilbao to Lausanne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Lausanne coaches for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:55 Bilbao | 18h30 | 15:25 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
![]() | 08:35 Bilbao | 21h05 | 05:40 Lausanne | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bilbao to Lausanne coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Lausanne.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Lausanne.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Lausanne.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Lausanne
Buses from Bilbao to Lausanne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 835 km distance in 17h 20m.
Distance 835 km |
Average bus duration 17h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 17h 20m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa from Bilbao to LausanneYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Lausanne with FlixBus, Alsa for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Lausanne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Lausanne
- 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
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