- Must visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Iconic contemporary art museum designed by Frank Gehry, famous for its titanium architecture and major modern art exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gijón to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gijón to Bilbao will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 6 buses that leave Gijón for Bilbao on Fri, Jun 19, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gijón to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $363 Average price | $69 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gijón to Bilbao:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gijón to Bilbao costing on average $69 (€57).
A bus is $330 (€270) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gijón to Bilbao costing on average $363 (€296).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
Train takes on average 10h 3m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€18). The journey takes 4h 7m versus 2h 50m 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 Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.
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 | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Gijón to Bilbao buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:20 AM Gijón | 3h00 | 1:20 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Gijón | 3h00 | 5:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Gijón | 3h20 | 8:20 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Gijón | 3h00 | 8:00 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Gijón | 3h00 | 10:20 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Gijón to Bilbao run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
Iconic contemporary art museum designed by Frank Gehry, famous for its titanium architecture and major modern art exhibitions.
One of Spain’s leading art museums, with strong collections spanning medieval works to modern Basque and Spanish art.
Maritime museum by the estuary covering Bilbao’s shipbuilding, port history, and relationship with the sea.
Bilbao’s historic Old Town, known for its narrow lanes, traditional architecture, lively squares, and local atmosphere.
Revitalized riverside district around the Guggenheim, ideal for walking, architecture, and skyline views.
Popular panoramic viewpoint above Bilbao with wide city views, especially attractive at sunset.
Salt cod gently cooked with olive oil, garlic, and chili until the sauce emulsifies. A Basque classic strongly associated with Bilbao and nearby coastal cuisine.
Salt cod served with a rich Bizkaian red pepper and onion sauce. It is one of the signature dishes of the province of Bizkaia.
A traditional Basque fisherman’s stew of tuna, potatoes, peppers, and onions. It is especially emblematic of the Cantabrian coast.
Well-known fine dining restaurant overlooking the river, offering a seasonal tasting-menu approach rooted in high-level Basque cooking.
Popular pintxos bar on Plaza Nueva, celebrated for creative Basque bites and a busy, classic old-town setting.
Established Bilbao dining room and deli known for quality Basque produce, seafood, ham, and a polished but traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: pintxos and local bars can be good value, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in bars, 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not expected.
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