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Museo Etnográfico de Las Merindades
Regional ethnographic museum presenting traditional life, crafts, and customs of Las Merindades. A strong introduction to local culture and identity.
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burgos to Villarcayo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgos to Villarcayo will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 4 buses that leave Burgos for Villarcayo on Thu, Aug 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 66 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 27 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Burgos to Villarcayo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 20m by bus vs 1h 24m by car) and save roughly €5 compared to fuel and tolls (€7 vs €13). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:57AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:57PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:57PM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
The table below shows live departures for Burgos to Villarcayo buses for today, 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 | 2:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 3:25 PM Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 7:25 PM Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
Normal | 6:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 1h27 | 7:57 AM Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 11:55 AM Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Burgos to Villarcayo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 8:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Villarcayo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Villarcayo trip today.
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Central square that anchors daily life in Villarcayo, with historic surroundings and an easy atmosphere for walking, meeting, and orienting yourself.
Traditional old-town streets around the center, valued for their local character, stone buildings, and relaxed pace. Ideal for a short heritage stroll.
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Lechazo asado is roast milk-fed lamb, a Castilian classic prized in Burgos for tender meat and simple wood-oven cooking that highlights local pastoral traditions.
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Villarcayo is cheaper than major Spanish tourist cities. Lodging, meals, and daily transport are usually moderate to low, with few high-end tourist markups.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxis are usually rounded up, not formally tipped.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgos to Villarcayo 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 Villarcayo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Burgos to Villarcayo buses use the Burgos, Estación de Autobuses to Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Burgos and Villarcayo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free wifi is available at the station. ATMs are available at Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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