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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
$143
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
20 h 25 m
Average duration
21 h 51 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
993 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bilbao will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 617 miles (993 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $167 Average price | $437 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 9m Average total duration 21h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Bilbao:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Bilbao costing on average $167 (€135).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 39m.
Tickets start at around $99 (€80) compared to roughly $437 (€355) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $338 (€274). The journey takes 21h 39m versus 13h 31m 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 Union Ivkoni International.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 25h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 26h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 28h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 28h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bilbao buses for today, Sunday, August 16. 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 · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 26h55 | 11:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 26h40 | 11:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 26h40 | 11:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 28h35 | 2:10 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 28h55 | 3:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 28h45 | 3:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
4768 · 95919 | 11:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h55 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h25 | 3:55 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 25h15 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 32h50 | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 26h05 | 12:35 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 22h10 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
94560 · 95929 | 4:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h30 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 27h25 | 10:40 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Milan to Bilbao run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 617 miles (993 km) distance in 19h 55m.
Distance 617 miles (993 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 19h 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
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 Milan 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 Milan to Bilbao buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Milan and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): 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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