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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Frank Gehry’s titanium-clad museum is Bilbao’s global icon, celebrated for major contemporary art shows and bold architecture.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
$84
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$115
Fastest journey on Oct 30
21 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
22 h 29 m
Buses on Oct 30
7
Distance
1147 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Bilbao will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 21h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 712 miles (1147 km) distance in 18h 30m.
Distance 712 miles (1147 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 30m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Bilbao.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:39AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 30h26 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 26h27 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 29h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 28h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 31h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Bilbao buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h30 | 6:25 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:39 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 30h26 | 3:05 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
50429 · 95927 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 24h20 | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h50 | 10:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 22h45 | 3:05 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 21h15 | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Düsseldorf to Bilbao buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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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