- Must visit
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Bilbao’s iconic contemporary art museum, famous for Frank Gehry’s titanium architecture and major international exhibitions. A defining city landmark and top cultural stop.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Torrelavega to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torrelavega to Bilbao will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 17 buses that leave Torrelavega for Bilbao on Sat, Jul 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Torrelavega to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Torrelavega to Bilbao:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Torrelavega to Bilbao costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 25m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11 (€9). The journey takes 1h 44m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Torrelavega to Bilbao buses for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. 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 | 12:40 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h35 | 4:15 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 9:45 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 8:30 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 11:30 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 12:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 2:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:10 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h20 | 1:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 12:15 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 3:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:05 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h10 | 4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:45 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 4:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:45 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 5:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:15 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 6:15 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 7:35 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:45 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h50 | 7:35 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:15 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 10:05 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:15 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 9:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:35 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 10:05 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:40 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 2h20 | 10:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Torrelavega to Bilbao run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Bilbao — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bilbao trip today.
Bilbao’s iconic contemporary art museum, famous for Frank Gehry’s titanium architecture and major international exhibitions. A defining city landmark and top cultural stop.
One of Spain’s leading art museums, with strong collections spanning Old Masters, Basque art, and modern works. Highly regarded by locals and visitors.
The city’s maritime museum, covering Bilbao’s port, shipbuilding, and river history through indoor exhibits and dockside displays.
Bilbao’s atmospheric old town, known for its medieval street pattern, historic buildings, shops, and lively urban character.
A scenic riverside promenade linking major modern landmarks, ideal for walking and appreciating Bilbao’s urban regeneration.
A classic viewpoint above the city, popular for sweeping skyline views and especially attractive for photos at dusk.
Salt cod gently cooked with garlic, olive oil, and chili until the sauce emulsifies. A classic Basque dish strongly associated with Bilbao and nearby Bizkaia.
Salt cod served with a rich red pepper and onion sauce in the Bizkaian style. It is one of the signature traditional dishes of the province.
A traditional Basque fishermen’s stew of tuna, potatoes, peppers, and onions. It is hearty, local, and closely tied to the Cantabrian coast.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant by the river, known for creative tasting menus built around Basque ingredients in an intimate setting.
World-famous destination restaurant in Axpe-Atxondo, often visited from Bilbao, celebrated for masterful wood-fire cooking and exceptional Basque produce.
Popular and established pintxos bar known for polished small bites and a lively central atmosphere. A reliable stop for classic and modern pintxos.
Moderate for Spain. Pintxos and casual meals are affordable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses -> Bilbao-Abando
Usually, Torrelavega Bilbao buses cover the distance between both cities in just over 2 hours. They leave Torrelavega at intervals of approximately 2 hours, and the trips are made without the need for transfers.
The company operating the Torrelavega Bilbao bus route is ALSA. It uses modern vehicles with air conditioning, accessible to people in wheelchairs and with special seats for them. In addition, it is possible to transport pets and sports equipment such as a surfboard or bicycle on these buses. They have toilets, entertainment on board and free wifi.
The duration of the journey of the Torrelavega Bilbao buses depends on the number of stops they make on their route. The fastest stop only in Santander and Laredo, and the journey takes about 2 hours. The maximum number of stops is 7 and, in these cases, the buses need 2 hours and 35 minutes to get to Bilbao.
There are 7 Torrelavega Bilbao buses a day from Monday to Friday. On Saturdays 6 departures are programmed, and on Sundays 8 buses leave from Torrelavega to Bilbao. During the summer season 1 or 2 frequencies are added every day.
Torrelavega Bus Station: is located about 600 meters from the city center, so it is possible to get there by a walk of only 8 minutes. The station's facilities include a restaurant and cafeteria with an outdoor terrace, shops, an information office, an underground parking area and ticket sales and exchange windows. A few steps from the station there are hotels, shops, restaurants and a gas station.
Bilbao Termibus Station: located steps away from the San Mamés Stadium, this intermodal station allows access to regional bus connections, Bilbobus and Bizkaibus, tram, Renfe-Cercanías and transfers to Bilbao airport. From there you can get to the centre in 15 minutes by means of the urban buses of lines A3115, 3122, 3136, 3137, 3144 and 3336, or in 12 minutes from San Mamés on the suburban trains C1 and C2 to Bilbao Abando. It has a free wifi zone, cafeteria, slogans, shop, information service and ATMs.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torrelavega 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.

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