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Museo de Albacete
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€62
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€67
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 18
24
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Albacete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Albacete will cost around €67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Albacete without transferring at least once.
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Supra Economy · Supra EconomyOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, while a train costs an average of €34.
Distance: 300 miles (484 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price | €107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Albacete:
A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Albacete costing on average €34.
Other travel options to Albacete take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 46m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €107 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €81. The journey takes 7h 46m versus 6h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €62 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Albacete buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 11:15 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Supra Economy | 2:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 11:00 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 8:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h45 | 8:30 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 8:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 6:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 5:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 5:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 14h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 13h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 13h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 12h45 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h40 | 3:10 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h50 | 3:20 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bilbao to Albacete run on average 39 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 20:25. The fastest bus covers the 300 miles (484 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 300 miles (484 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 39 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 8:25 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Albacete — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albacete trip today.
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
A distinctive museum devoted to cutlery, the craft most associated with Albacete, housed in the historic Casa del Hortelano.
A contemporary art center featuring rotating exhibitions and cultural programming in a modern municipal venue.
Albacete’s most famous modernist passage, lined with shops and ornate details, ideal for architecture lovers and city-center walks.
The city’s central square and social heart, surrounded by landmark buildings and a natural starting point for exploring Albacete.
A historic fairground area unique for its circular layout, central to the city’s identity and annual Feria celebrations.
Hearty gazpacho manchego is a hot game or rabbit stew with flatbread pieces, a classic inland La Mancha dish tied to hunting and shepherd cooking.
Atascaburras is a rustic mash of potato, cod, garlic and olive oil, often topped with egg and walnuts, traditionally eaten in cold weather across Albacete.
Migas ruleras are fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, oil and often pork products or grapes, a frugal farmhouse staple of La Mancha.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with creative tasting menus rooted in La Mancha ingredients and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Manchego classics, game dishes and regional products in a formal, old-school atmosphere.
Popular central venue for rice dishes, seafood and Spanish classics, with a lively brasserie feel and broad local appeal.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, making it good value for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
Official public transport app
Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza del Altozano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Albacete 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 Albacete, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Albacete buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Albacete 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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