The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salamanca to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
6 h 8 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salamanca to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salamanca to Bilbao will cost around £33 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £29.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salamanca for Bilbao every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 340 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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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Compare train and coach for Salamanca to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salamanca to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £34.
Distance: 340 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salamanca to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salamanca to Bilbao coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal | 12:30 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 18:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:30 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 20:20 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Normal · Normal | 08:00 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 7h40 | 15:40 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 08:30 Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 13:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Alsa Supra, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Salamanca to Bilbao.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Salamanca to Bilbao.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Salamanca to Bilbao.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salamanca to Bilbao
Buses from Salamanca to Bilbao run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 340 km distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 340 km |
Average bus duration 5h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Salamanca to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Salamanca to Bilbao with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salamanca to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salamanca 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salamanca and Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Salamanca (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 4, 7 Train: Salamanca Station
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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