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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bilbao will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Cologne to Bilbao run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $23 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 703 miles (1132 km) distance in 17h 20m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cologne to Bilbao.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:14AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 26h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:14AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 26h36 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:01AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 25h49 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:14AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 26h36 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:01AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 26h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:14AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 26h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 26h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:14PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 26h51 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:01PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 24h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:14PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 26h56 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bilbao buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 9:55 AM Cologne | 23h05 | 9:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Cologne | 23h05 | 10:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:14 AM Cologne | 26h51 | 2:05 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Cologne | 21h35 | 8:50 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Cologne | 26h20 | 2:05 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Cologne | 26h15 | 12:10 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 23h05 | 2:10 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 AM Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 23h05 | 2:10 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Cologne to Bilbao with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Fine arts museum with outstanding Basque, Spanish, and European works spanning from the Middle Ages to today.
Museum devoted to Basque archaeology, ethnography, and local history inside a restored Jesuit college in the Old Town.
Bilbao’s medieval old quarter, packed with historic streets, shops, churches, and lively plazas ideal for walking.
Riverside promenade around the Guggenheim, excellent for architecture views, public art, and easy city-center walks.
Panoramic hilltop viewpoint reached by funicular, popular for sweeping views over Bilbao and access to green walking areas.
Salt cod cooked slowly in olive oil, garlic and chilli until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic closely linked to Bilbao's traditional seafood cooking.
Salt cod baked with a sauce of peppers, tomato, onion and garlic. A hallmark Biscayan dish that reflects Bilbao's historic cod trade.
Veal shanks braised in red wine and vegetables until tender. This rich stew is a beloved specialty from the Basque Country and northern Spain.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Martín Berasategui with creative tasting menus and refined service inside the Guggenheim Museum.
Elegant Michelin-starred venue serving modern Basque cuisine with strong seasonal products. Ideal for a high-end local dining experience.
Traditional restaurant known for Basque seafood and meat dishes in a polished setting near the river. Well regarded for classic local cooking.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining cost more than smaller cities, but pintxos, public transit, and coffee remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bilbao 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 Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Bilbao buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several nearby cafes and restaurants.
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. ATMs are available at nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Ramps and designated areas for accessibility.
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.
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