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Museo Guggenheim Bilbao
Globally known museum for contemporary art in a landmark riverside building. Go for the architecture, sculpture terraces and strong temporary shows.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dax to Bilbao
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£19
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
3 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
5 h 8 m
Buses on 17 Sept
10
Distance
159 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dax to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dax to Bilbao will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Fast coaches
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 10 buses from Dax to Bilbao, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 159 km distance in an average of 5 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 6 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.
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9591910:359h55Gare de Dax20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£161One-way1 change- 959277:053h55Dax, Gare Routière SNCF11:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£181One-way0 changes
D51 (455625)+9591914:455h45Gare de Dax20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change- F51 (455529)+9591912:457h45Gare de Dax20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
- F51 (866521)+87178:096h06Gare de Dax14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
- 959277:053h55Dax, Gare Routière SNCF11:00Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£181One-way0 changes
- L51 (866413)+87179:504h25Gare de Dax14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
- F51 (866523)+87178:445h31Gare de Dax14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
- D51 (455625)+9591914:455h45Gare de Dax20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
- F51 (866521)+87178:096h06Gare de Dax14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£191One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Dax to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dax to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £281.
Distance: 159 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£30 Average Price Cheapest | £281 Average Price | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 3m Average total duration 14h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is a coach with an average price of £30.
This is compared to other travel options from Dax to Bilbao:
A coach is £251 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dax to Bilbao costing on average £281.
The fastest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is by coach with an average journey time of 3h 5m.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Flight takes on average 14h 3m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dax and Bilbao including taking a coach and flight.
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 £30 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 19m 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
Dax to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dax to Bilbao coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95927 | 7:05 Dax, Gare Routière SNCF | 3h55 | 11:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| F51 (866521)+8717 | 8:09 Gare de Dax | 6h06 | 14:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| F51 (866523)+8717 | 8:44 Gare de Dax | 5h31 | 14:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| L51 (866413)+95919 | 9:50 Gare de Dax | 10h40 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| L51 (866413)+8717 | 9:50 Gare de Dax | 4h25 | 14:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| 12285+95919 | 10:35 Gare de Dax | 9h55 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| 8531+95919 | 10:35 Gare de Dax | 9h55 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| F51 (866525)+95919 | 10:44 Gare de Dax | 9h46 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| F51 (455529)+95919 | 12:45 Gare de Dax | 7h45 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| D51 (455625)+95919 | 14:45 Gare de Dax | 5h45 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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BlaBlaCar Bus operates all coaches services from Dax to Bilbao.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Dax to Bilbao.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dax to Bilbao
France
Spain
Buses from Dax to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:00, the last at 19:35. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 3h 55m.
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 159 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 55m |
First bus 3:00 |
Last bus 19:35 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 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: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Dax to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Dax to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
3h 55m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
£18
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
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
3 a day
Complete guide to Bilbao
Things to do in Bilbao
Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
- Must visit
Bilboko Arte Ederren Museoa
Fine arts museum with collections from medieval works to modern painting and sculpture. A strong choice for a broader art visit beyond the Guggenheim.
- Recommended
Euskal Museoa
Museum on Basque archaeology, ethnography and maritime life in the old quarter. A clear introduction to regional history and identity.
- Must visit
Casco Viejo
Bilbao’s old town of narrow lanes, churches, shops and lively squares. Ideal for walking, local atmosphere and understanding the city’s historic core.
- Must visit
Mirador de Artxanda
Hilltop viewpoint above the city reached by the Artxanda funicular. Worth it for broad views over Bilbao and the surrounding green hills.
- Recommended
Plaza Nueva
Elegant central square with arcades, cafés around the edges and frequent city events. A convenient stop between the old and newer parts of Bilbao.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao al pil-pil
Salt cod cooked slowly with olive oil, garlic and chilli until it forms a silky sauce. A Basque classic closely linked with Bilbao’s taverns and home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Bacalao a la vizcaína
Salt cod baked or simmered in a red pepper and tomato sauce, often with onion. A traditional Biscayan dish emblematic of local Basque cooking.
- Gluten-free
Angulas a la bilbaína
Baby eels sautéed with olive oil, garlic and chilli, usually served very hot in a clay dish. A classic celebratory pintxo in Bilbao.
Gure Toki
Bustling pintxos bar in Casco Viejo with a wide counter selection and a lively, informal atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Sorginzulo
Well-known tavern for inventive and traditional pintxos near Plaza Nueva, with a busy bar scene and strong local following.
Victor Montes
Historic Old Town restaurant known for classic Basque dishes and seafood in a traditional, polished setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and transit are reasonable, but central hotels and dining cost more than in many inland Spanish cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change in cafés is enough.
Barik Mobile
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.70
- Day pass
- €10.00
To the city centre
Bilbao Intermodal -> Plaza Moyúa, Bilbao
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Bilbao Intermodal connects directly with San Mamés Metro, RENFE Cercanías and nearby tram and bus stops, so it is usually the easiest onward transfer point.
- Barik Mobile lets you carry and top up a Barik card on your phone. Check operator rules before relying on bank card payment onboard.
FAQs: Dax to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dax to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Dax to Bilbao can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dax to Bilbao is £30; 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 Dax to Bilbao is 3h 55m to travel the 159 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 Dax to Bilbao leaves at 3:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Dax to Bilbao leaves at 19:35.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Dax to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Dax to Bilbao, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Dax and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Dax , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Dax, Gare Routière SNCF, Castets, Rue du Juston . When arriving in Bilbao , you can end your route in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Dax, Gare Routière SNCF, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bilbao from Dax is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Dax to Bilbao is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dax and Bilbao including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Dax to Bilbao:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Dax to Bilbao for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Dax to Bilbao depends on the coach companies:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 Dax to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Dax to Bilbao:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Dax to Bilbao:
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dax to Bilbao.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Dax to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Dax to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Dax to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dax and Bilbao
Most Dax to Bilbao buses use the Dax, Gare Routière SNCF to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Dax and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Dax
Arrival bus stations in Bilbao
Which Dax station do buses to Bilbao leave from?
Buses from Dax to Bilbao leave from Dax, Gare Routière SNCF. The station is 1 km from Dax city centre at 40100 Dax, France.
Dax, Gare Routière SNCF40100 Dax, France
City-centre transport
Getting to Dax, Gare Routière SNCF from Dax city centre
Dax, Gare Routière SNCF is 1 km from Dax city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 · 5m · £2 · every ~9 min
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 · 7m · £2 · every ~7 min
Dax, Gare Routière SNCF bus station facilities and services
Dax, Gare Routière SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Dax, Gare Routière SNCF. ATMs are available at Dax, Gare Routière SNCF.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dax, Gare Routière SNCF.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dax, Gare Routière SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dax, Gare Routière SNCF: Basic accessibility features available.
Which Bilbao station do buses from Dax arrive at?
Buses from Dax to Bilbao arrive at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 2 km from Bilbao city centre.
Bilbao, Estación de AutobusesGurtubay Kalea, 1, 48013 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
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.
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