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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nîmes to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Bilbao will cost around CHF 61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 48.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 4 buses from Nîmes to Bilbao, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 590 km distance in an average of 14 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 15 h 50 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 Nîmes to Bilbao run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF 14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 366 miles (590 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 366 miles (590 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nîmes to Bilbao.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price CHF 67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 13h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF 79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 104 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF 40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price CHF 39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF 52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price CHF 60 |
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Bilbao buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 13h40 | 11:55 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
3187 · 3169 | 10:55 AM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 17h25 | 4:20 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 PM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 14h15 | 6:25 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
51027 · 95929 | 10:40 PM Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) | 13h50 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
![]() | 1:20 AM Nîmes | 15h50 | 5:10 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Nîmes to Bilbao buses use the Nîmes, Avenue du Languedoc (Parking relais Nîmes Parnasse) to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Nîmes and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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