The cheapest and fastest coaches from Grenoble to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
14 h 20 m
Average duration
15 h 56 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
721 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Grenoble to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Bilbao will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 5 buses that leave Grenoble for Bilbao every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 721 km distance in an average of 15 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 50 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.
12:3514h20Grenoble2:55Bilbao£381One-way0 changes
22:3014h55Grenoble13:25Bilbao£431One-way0 changes
3:1515h15Grenoble18:30Bilbao£581One-way0 changes
14:4020h50Grenoble11:30Bilbao£641One-way0 changes
11:3514h20Grenoble1:55Bilbao£881One-way0 changes
12:3514h20Grenoble2:55Bilbao£381One-way0 changes
11:3514h20Grenoble1:55Bilbao£881One-way0 changes
22:3014h55Grenoble13:25Bilbao£431One-way0 changes
3:1515h15Grenoble18:30Bilbao£581One-way0 changes
14:4020h50Grenoble11:30Bilbao£641One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Grenoble to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 721 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price |
14h 41m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Grenoble to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Bilbao coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) | 15h50 | 3:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 13:35 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 14h20 | 3:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 16h15 | 10:15 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) | 16h10 | 10:15 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:05 Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) | 20h00 | 15:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 21:40 Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 14h55 | 12:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
![]() | 3:15 Grenoble | 15h15 | 18:30 Bilbao | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Grenoble to Bilbao coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Grenoble to Bilbao.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Grenoble to Bilbao.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Grenoble to Bilbao
Buses from Grenoble to Bilbao run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 721 km distance in 14h 5m.
Distance 721 km |
Average bus duration 14h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 5m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Grenoble to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Grenoble to Bilbao with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Grenoble to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grenoble and Bilbao
Most Grenoble to Bilbao buses use the Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Grenoble station do buses to Bilbao leave from?
Getting to Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard from Grenoble city centre
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard bus station facilities and services
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard 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 Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford) from Grenoble city centre
Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre
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.
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