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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 Sep 15
$75
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$75
Fastest journey on Sep 15
10 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
10 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 15
1
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ourense to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ourense to Bilbao will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Ourense to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ourense to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a flight costs an average of $332.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $332 Average price |
10h 7m Average total duration 9h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ourense to Bilbao:
A train is $50 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ourense to Bilbao costing on average $72.
A train is $310 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ourense to Bilbao costing on average $332.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 56m.
Bus takes on average 9h 37m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
The table below shows live departures for Ourense to Bilbao buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal) | 10h20 | 8:20 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Ourense to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 but you can travel from only $7 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 12:00. The fastest bus covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 8h 55m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 55m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 12:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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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Bilbao Intermodal -> Moyua Plaza, Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ourense 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 Ourense to Bilbao buses use the Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal) to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Ourense and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal) is 2 km from Ourense city centre. Public transport options include:
Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café available in the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal). ATMs are aTM available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal).
Available at Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ourense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal): Wheelchair accessible with 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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