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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Salou

Showing times and prices for 17 Jul

Cheapest price

£49

Average price

£49

Fastest journey

7 h 50 m

Average duration

8 h 22 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

414 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bilbao to Salou will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for Salou 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 414 km distance in an average of 8 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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.

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    12:307h50
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    20:20Salou, Estación de Autobuses
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    21:009h25
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    6:25Salou, Estación de Autobuses
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • HifeNormal
    9:307h50
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    17:20Salou, Estación de Autobuses
    £491One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and coach for Bilbao to Salou

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £14.

Distance: 414 km

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Flight

£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£78

Average Price

7h 32m

Average total duration

7h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 21m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bilbao to Salou bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Salou coaches for tomorrow, Friday 17 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
HifeNormal9:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
7h50
17:20 Salou, Estación de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal · Normal12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
7h50
20:20 Salou, Estación de Autobuses1 change
AlsaNormal · Normal21:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
9h25
6:25 Salou, Estación de Autobuses1 change

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Bilbao to Salou coaches with Omio?

Alsa as well as Hife offer coaches services from Bilbao to Salou.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bilbao to Salou.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Salou.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are flight and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bilbao to Salou.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Hife to find the best option for your trip from Bilbao to Salou.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao to Salou.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Salou

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Buses from Bilbao to Salou run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 414 km distance in 7h 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £14
Distance
414 km
Average bus duration
7h 2m
Cheapest ticket price
£48
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
7h 50m
First bus
6:30
Last bus
22:15
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
70 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £14

Bus providers: Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar from Bilbao to SalouYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Salou with Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar for as low as £14. 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 Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£40
Alsa frequency
2 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.

Hife

About
Hife is a Spanish bus company that has been operating bus routes since 1915, with a strong presence in regions like Catalonia and Valencia. They offer a variety of services including regular intercity and urban bus lines, school transport, and bus rentals for events. Hife emphasizes reliability, punctuality, and customer satisfaction, maintaining a high standard of vehicle fleet maintenance. Popular destinations include cities like Barcelona, Valencia, Zaragoza, and Salou. Many of their newer buses offer amenities like Wi-Fi, and they provide options for mobile tickets on some routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£48
Hife frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
15€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.

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
2 a day

FAQs: Bilbao to Salou coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Salou 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 Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bilbao to Salou can start from as little as £48 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bilbao to Salou is £50; 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 Salou is 7h 50m to travel the 414 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 Salou leaves at 6:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bilbao to Salou leaves at 22:15.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Bilbao to Salou with Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bilbao to Salou, you can count on Alsa, Hife, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Salou. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bilbao and Salou and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bilbao , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea . When arriving in Salou , you can end your route in coach stations like Salou, Estación de Autobuses, Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salou, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Salou from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bilbao to Salou is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Salou including taking a flight and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bilbao to Salou:
  • Hife
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou for coach company Alsa, Hife.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou depends on the coach companies:
  • Hife
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
  • 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, Hife.
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 Salou.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bilbao to Salou:
  • Hife
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
  • 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 Salou:
  • Hife
    • 15€ per additional bag.
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Bilbao to Salou. The following conditions apply:
  • Hife
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bilbao to Salou with the following coach company: Alsa, Hife.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Salou

Most Bilbao to Salou buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Salou, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Salou bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bilbao
Arrival bus stations in Salou

Which Bilbao station do buses to Salou leave from?

Buses from Bilbao to Salou leave from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. The station is 2 km from Bilbao city centre at Gurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain.
Bilbao, Estación de AutobusesGurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

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:

Bus01, 10 · 3m · every ~13 min
A3223 · 7m · £2
TramTr · 3m · £2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 2m · £2 · every ~33 min

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.

Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
City-centre transport

Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre

TrainC1, C2 · 6m · £0.89 · every ~10 min
Bus28 · 15m · £2 · every ~11 min
TramTr · 11m · £2 · every ~16 min
SubwayLínea De Metro Bilbao · 7m · £2 · every ~33 min

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