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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
lei101
Average price
lei366
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tours to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tours to Bilbao will cost around lei366 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei101.
Of the 11 buses that leave Tours for Bilbao on Wed, Aug 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 538 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 9 h 14 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tours to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from lei89. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of lei89, and a bus costs an average of lei89.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
lei155 Average price Cheapest | lei1003 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 56m Average total duration Fastest 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around lei155 compared to roughly lei1003 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei847. The journey takes 9h 26m versus 6h 53m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Internorte.
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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei385 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price lei598 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price lei598 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei313 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei341 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei386 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:14AM | Duration 9h29 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price lei503 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price lei184 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:29AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price lei201 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price lei97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei362 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei425 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:14AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price lei313 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:14AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price lei615 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:14AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price lei313 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei257 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price lei257 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price lei91 |
The table below shows live departures for Tours to Bilbao buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 10:15 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 8h55 | 7:10 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
95919 | 10:20 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 10h10 | 8:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:40 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 9h00 | 10:40 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:05 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 9h00 | 12:05 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 transfersDirect | |
4861 | 4:45 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 9h29 | 2:14 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 11h20 | 10:15 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
4605 | 11:00 PM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 10h14 | 9:14 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 10h14 | 9:14 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 10h14 | 9:14 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 PM Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 9h14 | 8:29 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 PM Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 | 9h14 | 8:29 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
95927 | 12:45 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 10h15 | 11:00 AM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Tours, Gare routiere Vaucanson | 12h10 | 3:05 PM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Tours to Bilbao run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at lei89 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price lei89 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 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 Tours 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 Tours to Bilbao buses use the Tours, Parking Bus des Peupliers. 170 to Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. Use this guide to compare Tours 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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