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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tarragona to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarragona to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Bilbao will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Of the 8 buses that leave Tarragona for Bilbao every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 419 km distance in an average of 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tarragona to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona 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 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 419 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £107 Average Price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarragona to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Bilbao coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Normal+Normal | 10:00 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 8h30 | 18:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 10:00 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 9h00 | 19:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 10:00 Tarragona, Plaça de la Imperial Tàrraco | 10h15 | 20:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Bilbao
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Buses from Tarragona to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £39 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 419 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 419 km |
Average bus duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus from Tarragona to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Bilbao with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tarragona to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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 Tarragona, which is located around 0.6 miles (958 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 Tarragona and Bilbao
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
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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