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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Ribadesella
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
5 h 30 m
Buses on 12 Sept
1
Distance
174 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Ribadesella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Ribadesella will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Fast coaches
To travel from Bilbao to Ribadesella you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal14:305h30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses20:00Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£171One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal14:305h30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses20:00Ribadesella, Calle Palacio Valdes£171One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach for Bilbao to Ribadesella
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Ribadesella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, while a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Ribadesella is a coach with an average price of £25.
The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Ribadesella is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 2m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bilbao and Ribadesella.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £31 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 3h 2m versus 2h 14m 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 BlaBlaCar.
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.
Live departures
Bilbao to Ribadesella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Ribadesella coaches for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 12:30 Bilbao | 2h30 | 15:00 Ribadesella | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Bilbao | 2h20 | 15:20 Ribadesella | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Bilbao | 2h00 | 17:30 Ribadesella | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Bilbao | 2h00 | 20:00 Ribadesella | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:30 Bilbao | 2h30 | 22:00 Ribadesella | 0 changesdirect |
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Alsa operates all coaches services from Bilbao to Ribadesella.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Ribadesella
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Buses from Bilbao to Ribadesella run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 18:10. The fastest coach covers the 174 km distance in 6h 45m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:45 |
Last bus 18:10 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Bilbao to RibadesellaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Ribadesella with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
6h 45m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£25
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
What's included in each class
Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Ribadesella
Things to do in Ribadesella
Discover the best of Ribadesella — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ribadesella trip today.
- Must visit
Centro de Arte Rupestre de Tito Bustillo
Main interpretation centre for the Tito Bustillo cave, with engaging displays on prehistoric art and Ice Age life in Asturias.
- Recommended
Museo Etnográfico del Oriente de Asturias
Nearby ethnographic collection in Llanes province area, useful for visitors exploring eastern Asturias beyond Ribadesella.
- Recommended
MUJA
Jurassic-themed museum within an easy day trip, popular for fossils, dinosaur interpretation and coastal palaeontology exhibits.
- Must visit
Playa de Santa Marina
Long sandy beach beside the town centre, ideal for a promenade, sea views and access to the decorated seafront walk.
- Recommended
Mirador de la Guía
Clifftop and hillside viewpoint area reached on foot, valued for sweeping panoramas over the coast, town and estuary.
- Recommended
Casco Antiguo de Ribadesella
Historic quarter of narrow streets and traditional houses, pleasant for wandering between small squares and harbour views.
- Gluten-free
Fabada asturiana
A hearty Asturian bean stew with fabes, chorizo, morcilla and pork. It is one of Asturias’ best-known traditional dishes and common on local menus.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Queso de Cabrales
Blue cheese from nearby Cabrales, matured in limestone caves in the Picos de Europa. Its intense flavour makes it a defining product of eastern Asturias.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Pimientos del Padrón
Small green peppers from Asturias, usually fried in olive oil and sprinkled with salt. A classic tapas dish in cider bars and typically simple and local.
La Huertona
Traditional sidrería and restaurant known for Asturian seafood, rice dishes and cider. Lively, local atmosphere close to the harbour area.
Gijonés del Mar
Established seafood restaurant specialising in shellfish, fish and classic Asturian cooking. Smart but relaxed setting for a longer lunch or dinner.
Sidrería Carroceu
Well-known local cider house serving grilled meats, fish and Asturian staples. Casual and dependable for traditional regional dishes.
Euro (€)
Moderate for northern Spain: lodging rises in summer, but dining and local transport stay reasonable compared with larger Spanish beach destinations.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple menú.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafés, and round up taxi fares.
CTA CONECTA
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
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To the city centre
Calle Palacio Valdes, Ribadesella -> Plaza María Cristina, Ribadesella
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Ribadesella is compact; many central trips are walkable from Calle Palacio Valdes and Plaza María Cristina.
- Use CTA CONECTA for official Asturias public transport information and integrated travel planning.
FAQs: Bilbao to Ribadesella coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Ribadesella 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 Ribadesella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Bilbao to Ribadesella can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bilbao to Ribadesella is £25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella is 6h 45m to travel the 174 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella leaves at 1:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella leaves at 18:10.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Bilbao to Ribadesella with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Ribadesella. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Ribadesella and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Ribadesella from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 45m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a coach between Bilbao and Ribadesella.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bilbao to Ribadesella depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao to Ribadesella:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bilbao to Ribadesella with the following coach company: Alsa.
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