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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.
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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 prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 396 miles (638 km)
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$36 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price |
11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Orléans to Bilbao:
A bus is $180 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orléans to Bilbao costing on average $217 (€179).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 8m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 07:29AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Bilbao buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 8:10 PM Orléans | 12h50 | 9:00 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 8:00 AM Orléans | 11h30 | 7:30 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Orléans to Bilbao run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 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 10h 35m.
Distance 396 miles (638 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 35m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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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.
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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