The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 48 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bilbao will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £74.
Of the 7 buses that leave Marseille for Bilbao 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 672 km distance in an average of 13 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 35 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.
FlixBus15:3012h25Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles3:55Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea£741One-way0 changes
50488 · 871723:5514h20Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£851One-way1 change
5808 · 746421:0017h25Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles14:25Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£851One-way1 change
51027 · 9592920:5515h35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles12:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£941One-way1 change
FlixBus11:0012h55Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles23:55Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea£941One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:3012h25Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles3:55Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea£741One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:0012h55Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles23:55Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea£941One-way0 changes
50488 · 87170:3013h45Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1521One-way1 change
50488 · 871723:5514h20Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles14:15Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£851One-way1 change
51027 · 9592920:5515h35Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles12:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£941One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bilbao 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 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 672 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price | £136 Average Price |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 44m Average total duration 26h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bilbao coaches for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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50488 · 8717 | 23:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 14h20 | 14:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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50488 · 8717 | 0:30 Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence | 13h45 | 14:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h55 | 23:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h25 | 3:55 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:30 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h05 | 12:35 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 change | |
51027 · 95929 | 20:55 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 15h35 | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
5808 · 7464 | 21:00 Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 17h25 | 14:25 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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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 or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Bilbao.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Bilbao.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Bilbao
Buses from Marseille to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 672 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 672 km |
Average bus duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa from Marseille to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Bilbao with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Bilbao
Most Marseille to Bilbao buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Marseille station do buses to Bilbao leave from?
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles bus station facilities and services
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence from Marseille city centre
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence bus station facilities and services
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Marseille, Gare de Saint-Antoine from Marseille city centre
Which Bilbao station do buses from Marseille arrive at?
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.
Getting to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea from Bilbao city centre
Most popular bus connections from Marseille
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