The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 12 buses that leave Bilbao Airport for Barcelona Sants on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 467 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 51 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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06013Travel Information
Compare flight and bus for Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
8h 24m Average total duration 7h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 11h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 9h21 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 8h21 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 6h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Live departures
Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants buses for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal+ 06021 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 7h11 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06141 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 6h24 | 3:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 11h51 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 9h21 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06171 | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06171 | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 6h14 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 8h21 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06013 | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 6h51 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants
Buses from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€43) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 06:50. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€43) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 06:50 |
Bus providers: Alsa from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona SantsYou can travel by bus between Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants with Alsa for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
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