- Must visit
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
€99
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
22 h 5 m
Average duration
22 h 48 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
1166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €99.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 724 miles (1166 km) distance in 22h 0m.
Distance 724 miles (1166 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 22h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 28h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:03PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 26h37 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 24h37 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €120 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 28h50 | 11:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:03 PM Frankfurt South station | 26h37 | 10:40 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 29h05 | 3:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h30 | 10:40 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 22h05 | 10:40 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h00 | 12:05 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 24h30 | 6:25 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 22h55 | 6:25 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 26h00 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 23h35 | 10:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 23h00 | 10:40 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
30485 · 95927 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 23h00 | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Bilbao buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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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