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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Bilbao
Showing times and prices for 19 May
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
10 h 59 m
Average duration
11 h 12 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
743 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Bilbao will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
Of the 28 buses that leave Paris for Bilbao every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 743 km distance in an average of 11 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 59 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 29 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 · Normal22:0010h59Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change- Normal · Normal21:3011h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
Normal · Normal21:3011h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change- Normal · Normal22:0010h59Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
- Normal20:0012h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)8:29Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£351One-way0 changes
- Normal · Normal22:0010h59Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal22:0010h59Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
FlixBus19:2011h05Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)6:25Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea£491One-way0 changes- Normal · Normal21:3011h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
- Normal · Normal21:3011h29Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)8:59Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 743 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price | £188 Average Price |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 3m Average total duration 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg 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
Paris to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Bilbao coaches for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 13:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 12h44 | 2:14 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 12h44 | 2:14 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 11h40 | 2:10 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:20 Paris, Porte Maillot | 15h45 | 8:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 19:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h05 | 6:25 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h29 | 8:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h29 | 8:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 12h14 | 8:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 12h14 | 8:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
 3165 | 20:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h15 | 7:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h30 | 8:00 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:15 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 12h14 | 9:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:15 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 12h14 | 9:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| 95927 | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h15 | 11:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h44 | 9:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h44 | 9:29 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 12h00 | 10:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h55 | 11:25 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 23:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 24h45 | 23:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 23:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 11h20 | 10:50 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 95929 | 23:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h50 | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 19 May | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:40 Paris, Porte Maillot | 13h25 | 15:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:25 Paris, Porte Maillot | 15h45 | 19:10 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| 95919 | 7:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 13h10 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 12h25 | 0:05 Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 13h44 | 2:14 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 13h44 | 2:14 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Paris to Bilbao coaches with Omio?
BlaBlaCar Bus as well as FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte and more offer coaches services from Paris to Bilbao.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Paris to Bilbao.
Why book with Omio vs BlaBlaCar Bus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for BlaBlaCar Bus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Alsa or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Bilbao.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Alsa or Internorte to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Bilbao.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Bilbao
France
Spain
Buses from Paris to Bilbao run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 743 km distance in 10h 59m.
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 743 km |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 10h 59m |
First bus 1:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 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, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar from Paris to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Paris to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 5m
Cheapest Price
£24
FlixBus frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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
10h 59m
Cheapest Price
£16
Alsa frequency
7 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.
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 Duration
11h 15m
Cheapest Price
£23
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
4 a day
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.
Internorte
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 59m
Cheapest Price
£16
Internorte frequency
5 a day
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
1 a day
FAQs: Paris to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Bilbao can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Paris to Bilbao is £36; 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 Paris to Bilbao is 10h 59m to travel the 743 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 Paris to Bilbao leaves at 1:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Paris to Bilbao leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 13 direct coaches a day from Paris to Bilbao with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Paris to Bilbao, you can count on BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bilbao. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Paris and Bilbao and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Paris , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145, Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C), Paris, Porte Maillot, Massy, Gare de Massy Palaiseau, Paris, Pont de Levallois, Boulogne-Billancourt, Pont de Sèvres, Paris, Roissypôle Bus Station, Donostia-San Sebastian, Estación de Autobuses, Saint-Denis, Université . When arriving in Bilbao , you can end your route in coach stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea, Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), which is located around 2 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 Paris is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Paris to Bilbao is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Bilbao including taking a train, coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Paris to Bilbao:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Paris to Bilbao for coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Paris to Bilbao depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
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 Paris to Bilbao.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Paris to Bilbao:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Paris to Bilbao:
- 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.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Paris to Bilbao. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Paris to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Paris to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Paris to Bilbao with the following coach company: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Bilbao
Paris
Bilbao
The major coach station for departures in Paris is Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) for your trip from Paris to Bilbao.
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
2 km
Car connection
Quai de BercyWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the station.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145
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Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport - P6 Carpark
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The major coach station for arrivals in Bilbao is Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Bilbao from Paris.
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Gurtubay KaleaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
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Bilbao, Abando (Estación)
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