The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Rotterdam
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
22 h 42 m
Average duration
22 h 49 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1110 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Rotterdam will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bilbao for Rotterdam 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 1110 km distance in an average of 22 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 42 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 55 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 and coach for Bilbao to Rotterdam
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £311.
Distance: 1110 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £311 Average Price |
20h 11m Average total duration 19h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 4m Average total duration 25h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bilbao to Rotterdam bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Rotterdam coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 26h30 | 12:25 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 26h10 | 12:05 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 24h35 | 14:10 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 22h55 | 12:30 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 21h55 | 17:05 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:10 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 22h30 | 17:40 Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 2 changes | |
3164 · 1663 | 20:25 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 21h30 | 17:55 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 24h50 | 21:55 Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Rotterdam
Buses from Bilbao to Rotterdam run on average 7 times per day, taking around 19h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1110 km distance in 20h 55m.
Distance 1110 km |
Average bus duration 19h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 20h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Bilbao to RotterdamYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Rotterdam with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Rotterdam coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Rotterdam
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
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