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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Salamanca
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Salamanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Salamanca will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bilbao for Salamanca every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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.
Normal · Normal13:308h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses21:45Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses£291One-way1 change- Normal8:155h45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses14:00Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal8:155h45Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses14:00Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses£331One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal13:308h15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses21:45Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses£291One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bilbao to Salamanca
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Salamanca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Salamanca coaches for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 13:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 21:45 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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| Normal | 8:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 14:00 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Salamanca
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Buses from Bilbao to Salamanca run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 340 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 6:30 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Bilbao to SalamancaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Salamanca with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Salamanca coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Salamanca 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 Salamanca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Salamanca
Most Bilbao to Salamanca buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Salamanca bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bilbao station do buses to Salamanca leave from?
Getting to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Which Salamanca station do buses from Bilbao arrive at?
Getting to Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses from Salamanca city centre
Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses is 2 km from Salamanca city centre. Public transport options include:
Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Salamanca (0.3 km), Fast Food Express (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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