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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Benavente to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Benavente to Bilbao will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Benavente to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Benavente to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 16:00. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (265 km) distance in 5h 50m.
Distance 164 miles (265 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 50m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 4:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Benavente to Bilbao.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Monbus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Benavente to Bilbao buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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Normal · Normal | 5:00 AM Benavente, Estación De Autobuses | 8h40 | 1:40 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:40 AM Benavente, Estación De Autobuses | 8h40 | 8:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Fine arts museum with outstanding Basque, Spanish, and European works spanning from the Middle Ages to today.
Museum devoted to Basque archaeology, ethnography, and local history inside a restored Jesuit college in the Old Town.
Bilbao’s medieval old quarter, packed with historic streets, shops, churches, and lively plazas ideal for walking.
Riverside promenade around the Guggenheim, excellent for architecture views, public art, and easy city-center walks.
Panoramic hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular, popular for sweeping views over Bilbao and access to green walking areas.
Salt cod cooked slowly in olive oil, garlic and chilli until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic closely linked to Bilbao's traditional seafood cooking.
Salt cod baked with a sauce of peppers, tomato, onion and garlic. A hallmark Biscayan dish that reflects Bilbao's historic cod trade.
Veal shanks braised in red wine and vegetables until tender. This rich stew is a beloved specialty from the Basque Country and northern Spain.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Martín Berasategui with creative tasting menus and refined service inside the Guggenheim Museum.
Elegant Michelin-starred venue serving modern Basque cuisine with strong seasonal products. Ideal for a high-end local dining experience.
Traditional restaurant known for Basque seafood and meat dishes in a polished setting near the river. Well regarded for classic local cooking.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but pintxos, public transit, and coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Benavente to Bilbao by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Benavente to Bilbao buses use the Benavente, Estación De Autobuses to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Benavente and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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