The cheapest and fastest buses from Coimbra to Bilbao
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
10 h 14 m
Average duration
14 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
568 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coimbra to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Bilbao will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Coimbra for Bilbao on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 568 km distance in an average of 14 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 14 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 20 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 bus and flight for Coimbra to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €23.
Distance: 352 miles (568 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price |
11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Coimbra to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Bilbao buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 AM Coimbra | 11h25 | 7:50 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Coimbra | 11h30 | 4:40 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Coimbra | 14h35 | 7:50 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Coimbra | 18h35 | 1:15 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coimbra to Bilbao
Distance 352 miles (568 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 14m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa from Coimbra to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Coimbra to Bilbao with FlixBus, Alsa for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Coimbra to Bilbao

When departing from Coimbra, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário), Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) and Coimbra. When arriving in Bilbao, you can end your journey in bus stations like Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário), which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, a modern and contemporary art museum known for its innovative architecture by Frank Gehry
- Casco Viejo, the old town of Bilbao featuring narrow streets, historic buildings, and vibrant local markets
- Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, a museum housing a diverse collection of artworks from the Middle Ages to contemporary pieces
- Santiago Cathedral, a Gothic-style cathedral with a rich history dating back to the 14th century
- Zubizuri Bridge, a striking white arch bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava offering scenic views of the city.
- Mount Artxanda, a scenic viewpoint accessible by funicular offering panoramic views of the city
- La Ribera Market, a vibrant market offering fresh produce, local delicacies, and a lively atmosphere
- A walk along the Nervión River, providing a relaxing experience with beautiful views of the cityscape
- Enjoying pintxos, the Basque version of tapas, in one of the many local bars
- Exploring the Azkuna Zentroa, a cultural and leisure center housed in a former wine warehouse.
- 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.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Coimbra to Bilbao, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Coimbra to Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
- 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
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