- 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
€90
Average price
€115
Fastest journey
15 h 5 m
Average duration
18 h 21 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
787 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Bilbao will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 6 buses that leave Geneva for Bilbao on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 787 km distance in an average of 18 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 21 h 35 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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5710 · 95919Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 489 miles (787 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€69 Average price Cheapest | €171 Average price | €342 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 51m Average total duration 16h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Bilbao:
A bus is €101 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bilbao costing on average €171.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 21m.
Tickets start at around €69 compared to roughly €342 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €273. The journey takes 16h 21m versus 10h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 20h04 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €92 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 19h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €131 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €80 |
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Bilbao buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 9:45 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 22h45 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
7464 | 11:10 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 15h15 | 2:25 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 17h40 | 3:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 17h45 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Genève, Aéroport | 19h40 | 12:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 15h05 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Geneva to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 16h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 489 miles (787 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 489 miles (787 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
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 Geneva 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 Geneva to Bilbao buses use the Geneve, Place Dorcière to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Geneve, Place Dorcière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km), Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Geneve, Place Dorcière.
Available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Geneve, Place Dorcière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Swiss Bakery (in the station), Italian Bistro (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and in the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Gare Routière.
Available at Genève, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Genève, Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève, Aéroport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Montreux Jazz Café (in the station), La Cuisine (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the airport terminal, near the bus station entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genève, Aéroport.
Available at Genève, Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Aéroport: 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.
Bilbao, Abando (Estación) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafes available.
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación). ATMs are aTM machines available near entrances.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación).
Available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Abando (Estación): Wheelchair ramps and assistance available.
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