The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Pamplona
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h
Buses per day
11
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Pamplona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Pamplona will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 11 buses that leave Bilbao for Pamplona on Thu, Nov 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct buses cover the 115 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest buses will take 2 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bilbao to Pamplona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Pamplona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €26.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bilbao to Pamplona Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Bilbao to Pamplona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Pamplona buses for today, Wednesday, November 26. 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 | 1:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 5:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 9:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, November 27 | |||||
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 9:45 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 11:45 AM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 2:30 PM Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Pamplona
Buses from Bilbao to Pamplona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 04:15 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Conda, Alsa, FlixBus, Alsa Supra, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. from Bilbao to PamplonaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Pamplona with Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Conda, Alsa, FlixBus, Alsa Supra, Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A. for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Alsa
FlixBus
Alsa Supra
Autobuses La Unión
BlaBlaCar
Lurraldebus Transportes Pesa S.A.
Buses from Bilbao to Pamplona
Buses offer an easy and quick way to travel between Bilbao and Pamplona, putting one of the Basque Country's most enchanting cities within reach. On weekdays and weekends, six direct buses depart for Pamplona. And with a journey time of between two hours and two hours 20 minutes, it's not a long trip by any measure.
Which bus companies travel from Bilbao to Pamplona?
Only one company offers buses from Bilbao to Pamplona. Autobuses La Union provides a daily direct connection between the center of the two Basque cities.
How long is the bus from Bilbao to Pamplona?
Travelers won't need to spend too much time on the bus when heading from Bilbao to Pamplona. Journey times vary between two hours and two hours 20 minutes, and no changes are needed.
How many buses are there from Bilbao to Pamplona?
There will be a wide range of departures to choose from when taking buses to Pamplona from Bilbao. La Union provides six direct services every day of the week, with no seasonal breaks. Buses run from breakfast until shortly before 9:00 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bilbao to Pamplona?
Departure Bus Station: Buses from Bilbao to Pamplona will leave from Bilbao Termibus bus station. The city's coach transport hub, Termibus is easily accessible from the ferry port, airport, and city center. One option is to catch trains or Metro services to San Mames, which is right next door to the bus station. However, those staying close to the Guggenheim can easily walk to the bus terminal, and it shouldn't take more than 15-20 minutes. Buses run directly from Bilbao Airport to Termibus, and take 20 minutes, making transfers to Pamplona via Bilbao simple to arrange.
Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Bilbao will terminate at Pamplona's Estacion de Autobuses. The bus station has a very central location next to Pamplona's spectacular Citadel. Passengers will be dropped off around 800 meters south-west of the main shopping and accommodation center, and the walk along Av Conde Oliveto should take around 15 minutes. Alternatively, travelers can board buses L16 or LA, which link the bus station to downtown locations. The LA bus also connects buses to Pamplona's Renfe train station, which could be handy for those taking trains to onward destinations.
FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Pamplona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Pamplona 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 Pamplona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda), located 0.6 miles (894 m) away from the city centre.
- Conda
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Plaza del Castillo, a central square surrounded by historic buildings and cafes, often considered the heart of Pamplona
- Pamplona Cathedral, a Gothic-style cathedral with a neoclassical facade and an impressive interior
- Citadel of Pamplona, a well-preserved Renaissance fortress offering green spaces and cultural events
- Museo de Navarra, a museum showcasing regional art and history from prehistoric times to the present
- Parque de la Taconera, a picturesque park featuring gardens, sculptures, and a small zoo.
- Running of the Bulls, an iconic event during the San Fermín festival where participants run alongside bulls through the city streets
- Explore the vibrant local markets, offering a taste of regional produce and traditional crafts
- Enjoy a tapas tour, sampling delicious local dishes in the city's lively bars and restaurants
- Visit the Pamplona Planetarium, offering fascinating astronomical exhibits and shows
- Take a guided walking tour of the city's historic old town, rich with stories and architectural wonders.
- Conda
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Conda
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Conda
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Conda
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Pamplona
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 7, 9, 12 Train: RENFE
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