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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.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Périgueux to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $147.
Distance: 223 miles (360 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $422 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37h 2m Average total duration 34h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Périgueux to Bilbao:
A bus is $387 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Périgueux to Bilbao costing on average $422.
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Flight takes on average 34h 2m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $77 |
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Buses from Périgueux to Bilbao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 223 miles (360 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 4:35 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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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 Périgueux 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 Périgueux to Bilbao buses use the Périgueux, Créavallée to Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Périgueux and Bilbao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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