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Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lille to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Bilbao will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 8 buses from Lille to Bilbao, including 8 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 936 km distance in an average of 16 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 17 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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Buses from Lille to Bilbao run on average 11 times per day, taking around 15h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 581 miles (936 km) distance in 14h 0m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lille to Bilbao.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:21AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 18h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 18h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Bilbao buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:21 AM Lille | 18h09 | 6:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Lille | 19h50 | 2:20 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Lille | 15h45 | 5:45 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Lille | 17h25 | 9:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Lille | 16h55 | 10:30 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Lille | 16h05 | 9:50 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Lille | 17h30 | 11:30 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lille 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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Most Lille to Bilbao buses use the Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Lille and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro de Lille (0.2 km), Le Petit Chef (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the concourse area.
Ticket office support is available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe).
Available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe): 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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