The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salou to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
9 h 26 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salou to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Bilbao will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 4 buses that leave Salou for Bilbao every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 414 km distance in an average of 9 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 45 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 coach and flight for Salou to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salou to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 414 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salou to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Bilbao coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal+ Normal | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 19:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 22:45 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salou to Bilbao
Buses from Salou to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 414 km distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 414 km |
Average bus duration 6h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife from Salou to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Salou to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salou to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salou, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0.2 miles (349 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salou and Bilbao
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: L1, L2, L3 Train: R16
- 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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