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Artium Museoa
Contemporary art museum with a strong Basque and Spanish collection, notable temporary exhibitions, and a central role in the city’s modern cultural scene.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao Airport 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 Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bilbao Airport for Vitoria-Gasteiz on Wed, Jun 17, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 1 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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3717Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao Airport 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 55m. 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: 32 miles (53 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $8 (€7) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16 (€13). The journey takes 55m versus 55m 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.
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 06:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:59PM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Autobuses La Unión | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3720 | 8:30 AM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h35 | 10:05 AM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 10:30 AM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h35 | 12:05 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 12:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h25 | 1:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 1:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h15 | 2:25 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h30 | 3:00 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 2:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h25 | 3:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 3:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h15 | 4:40 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h30 | 5:00 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 4:10 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h25 | 5:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 5:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h20 | 6:45 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 5:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h30 | 7:00 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 6:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h30 | 7:55 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 7:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h20 | 8:45 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 7:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h30 | 9:00 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3717 | 8:25 PM Bilbao Airport | 1h20 | 9:45 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 9:30 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h30 | 11:00 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
3720 | 11:40 PM Bilbao, Bo. Gaztañaga (Bilboko Aireportua) | 1h35 | 1:15 AM Vitoria-Gasteiz, Cadena y Eleta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bilbao Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz run on average 22 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 10:59 PM |
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Discover the best of Vitoria-Gasteiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vitoria-Gasteiz trip today.
Contemporary art museum with a strong Basque and Spanish collection, notable temporary exhibitions, and a central role in the city’s modern cultural scene.
Dual museum combining archaeology of Álava with the famous Fournier playing card collection, making it one of the city’s most distinctive museum visits.
Fine arts museum in a historic mansion, known for Basque art from the 18th to 20th centuries and a quieter local atmosphere.
The medieval old town is the city’s most atmospheric area, with hilltop streets, historic houses, small squares, and excellent walking routes.
The Green Belt is a celebrated network of parks and paths around the city, ideal for walking, cycling, and birdwatching.
Wetland park within the Green Belt, especially popular for wildlife observation, boardwalk walks, and photogenic landscapes.
Small Basque bar bites served on bread or as small plates. In Vitoria-Gasteiz, hopping between bars for pintxos is a classic local eating tradition.
Potatoes stewed with chorizo and paprika, common across Álava and nearby La Rioja. It is a hearty, traditional dish found in many local restaurants.
Blood sausage made with rice, a well-known specialty in inland Basque areas. It is prized for its rich flavor and often served grilled or in pintxos.
Established fine-dining restaurant known for refined Basque cooking, seasonal ingredients, and a formal atmosphere. A flagship choice for upscale dining in the city.
Popular traditional restaurant near the old quarter, known for Basque classics, quality produce, and a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Historic, well-known restaurant in a landmark building, celebrated for traditional Basque cuisine, grilled meats, and a classic old-city atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Spain: good value pintxos and set lunches, with accommodation and fine dining costing more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in bars; not expected for coffee; round up taxis.
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Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses -> Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, Vitoria - Gasteiz
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