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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
458 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
Of the 5 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Bilbao every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 458 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 20 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, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 458 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£66 Average Price Cheapest | £259 Average Price | £72 Average Price |
9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Normal | 16:30 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h45 | 03:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 17:45. The fastest coach covers the 458 km distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 458 km |
Average bus duration 9h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 17:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Santiago de Compostela to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) 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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Important Stations and Airports in Santiago de Compostela and Bilbao
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
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Ticket Office
- 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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