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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 on Aug 29
€21
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€36
Fastest journey on Aug 29
11 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
12 h 10 m
Buses on Aug 29
2
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orléans to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Bilbao will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 2 buses from Orléans to Bilbao, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 638 km distance in an average of 12 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 12 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Orléans to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €79, while a flight costs an average of €435.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€79 Average price Cheapest | €435 Average price |
12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Orléans to Bilbao:
A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orléans to Bilbao costing on average €447.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 44m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:29AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Bilbao buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 PM Orléans | 10h35 | 6:45 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 PM Orléans | 12h50 | 10:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 7:00 AM Orléans | 11h30 | 6:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Orléans to Bilbao run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 396 miles (638 km) distance in 9h 44m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 9h 44m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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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 Orléans 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 Orléans to Bilbao buses use the Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. Use this guide to compare Orléans and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou is 3 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou 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), Boulangerie Pompidou (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 Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou.
Available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Elevators, ramps.
Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération is 1 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération. ATMs are available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération.
Ticket office support is available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération.
Available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération: There are accessible paths for people with reduced mobility.
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, 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, 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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