- Must visit
Artium Museoa
Leading Basque contemporary art museum with works by major Spanish and international artists. Essential for modern culture in the city.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 42 buses that leave Bilbao for Vitoria-Gasteiz on Sat, Aug 01, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 46 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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3720Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 30 miles (49 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 0m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $13 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 53m versus 48m 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 Autobuses La Unión, BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:42AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:29PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3721 | 9:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 10:30 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 10:50 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 11:25 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 12:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:50 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 11:35 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:50 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 12:00 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 12:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 12:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 12:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 1:40 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 1:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 3:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 2:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 2:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 2:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 4:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 2:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 3:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 3:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 3:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 3:10 PM Bilbao | 1h20 | 4:30 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 4:30 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 5:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3721 | 4:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 5:00 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 4:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 5:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 5:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 5:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 7:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 6:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 6:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 6:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 7:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 6:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 8:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 7:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 7:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 7:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 9:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 7:45 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 8:40 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3721 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 9:30 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 9:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 10:10 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 9:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 11:15 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3714 | 10:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 11:10 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h55 | 12:25 AM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 11:45 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:50 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 12:10 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 11:40 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 1:25 AM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 11:59 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h11 | 1:10 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 11:59 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h46 | 12:45 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 7:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 7:45 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 7:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 8:00 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 8:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 9:10 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 8:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 8:30 AM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h45 | 10:15 AM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz run on average 25 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:50, the last at 23:48. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 30 miles (49 km) |
Average bus duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 5:50 AM |
Last bus 11:48 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Vitoria-Gasteiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vitoria-Gasteiz trip today.
Leading Basque contemporary art museum with works by major Spanish and international artists. Essential for modern culture in the city.
Natural sciences museum in a medieval tower. Strong on fossils, minerals, and local ecosystems, making it a rewarding family visit.
Archaeology museum covering Álava from prehistory to the Middle Ages. Excellent for understanding the region before exploring the old town.
Central square anchored by the city’s iconic monument and framed by elegant buildings. It is a natural meeting point and sightseeing stop.
The medieval old town climbs a hill through narrow streets and historic houses. It is the city’s essential area for walking and heritage.
Wetland park on the city’s green belt with birdlife, walkways, and an observatory. A standout example of Vitoria-Gasteiz sustainable planning.
Small open sandwich on bread, usually topped with local produce, seafood, or cured meats. Central to Basque bar culture and a must in Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Traditional Basque black pudding made with onion and pork blood. In Álava it is prized for its soft texture and rich flavor.
Slow-cooked stew of white beans with chorizo, pork, and blood sausage. A hearty inland Basque dish common in cooler months.
Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Basque tasting menus in an elegant setting near central Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Historic traditional restaurant and bar, famous for pintxos, local dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere.
Well-regarded grill restaurant specializing in Basque meats and seasonal produce, with a polished but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local buses and casual meals stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change in cafes is enough.
The modern fleet of intercity buses, considered one of the most efficient on the market, covers the busy route between Bilbao and Vitoria-Gasteiz on a daily basis. During this trip, which lasts less than 1 hour, passengers will be able to relax in an atmosphere full of comfort and enjoy the magnificent Basque landscapes.
The operating company of this popular route is Autobuses La Union. Its coaches are equipped with air conditioning, large armchairs with footrests, safety belts and enough space to store hand luggage. All Bilbao Vitoria-Gasteiz buses have accessibility facilities for people with reduced mobility.
The shortest journeys on board the Bilbao Vitoria-Gasteiz buses last only 55 minutes. Longer routes have more intermediate stops and end in 1 hour and 39 minutes. All Bilbao Vitoria-Gasteiz connections are direct and allow the transport of skis, bicycles, musical instruments and surfboards after paying an additional fee.
From Monday to Friday there are 81 daily buses from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz, with a departure frequency of up to 6 times per hour throughout the day. On Saturdays and Sundays the number of daily connections between the two cities is reduced to 23 and 24, respectively. Each passenger may carry one piece of hand luggage and one suitcase weighing up to 30 kg free of charge in the luggage compartment.
Bilbao Termibus bus station: located in Plaza Garellano, 20 minutes walk from the city centre. Its services to travelers include lockers, shops, ticket vending machines, cafeterias, automatic teller machines, waiting rooms with free wifi and telephone booths. The station is accessible by tram (Zunzunegi stop), by metro (San Mamés stop) and on different lines of Bizkaibus and Bilbobus.
Vitoria-Gasteiz bus station: located in the Lakua neighbourhood, specifically in the Euskaltzaindia square, opposite the seat of the Basque government. Its spacious, modern complex with large windows houses cafes and restaurants, underground parking, elevators, press, gift and food shops, slogans and waiting rooms. The tram of the Ibaiondo line and the urban buses 2A and 2B link the station with other areas of the city.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz buses use the Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses to Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Vitoria-Gasteiz 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.
Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Outlet (in the station), Coffee Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses.
Available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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