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Archivo de Indianos - Museo de la Emigración
Outstanding museum in Colombres on migration to the Americas, housed in a grand Indiano mansion with rich social history exhibits.
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Unquera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Unquera will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao for Unquera on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
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NormalBuses from Bilbao to Unquera run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:05, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 8:05 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Unquera buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 6:20 PM Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h20 | 6:50 PM Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Outstanding museum in Colombres on migration to the Americas, housed in a grand Indiano mansion with rich social history exhibits.
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Archaeological cave with ancient paintings and engravings, presented through guided visits that highlight regional prehistoric heritage.
Harborfront walk in Llanes with fishing-port atmosphere, colorful boats, and easy access to the town’s best known coastal viewpoints.
Elegant streets of Colombres lined with Indiano mansions, ideal for architecture lovers exploring a distinctive chapter of northern Spain.
Classic old quarter of San Vicente de la Barquera with medieval streets, viewpoints, and easy access to key monuments and estuary scenes.
Unquera’s famous puff pastry ties filled with sugar glaze. They are the town’s signature sweet and a classic stop for travelers crossing western Cantabria.
A rich blue cheese from nearby Tresviso in the Picos de Europa. Its intense cave-aged flavor makes it one of the area’s most emblematic foods.
Traditional mountain stew with white beans, collard greens, and pork products. It is a hearty Cantabrian staple eaten across the region.
Historic pastry shop in Unquera, famous for Corbatas De Unquera and other traditional sweets. Casual stop with a strong local reputation.
Well-known seafood restaurant in nearby Pechón with views and a refined coastal style. Popular for fresh fish and shellfish from the area.
Traditional restaurant and hotel in Unquera known for regional Cantabrian dishes, seafood, and a classic roadside dining atmosphere.
Generally cheaper than major Spanish tourist hubs; dining and stays are modestly priced, and local transport costs are low for regional travel.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. For cafés and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Unquera 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 Unquera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Unquera buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Unquera 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.
Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren). ATMs are available at Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren).
Ticket office support is available at Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren).
Available at Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Unquera, Carretera General (Estación de tren): Access ramps available for wheelchairs.
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