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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 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 19
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
48 m
Buses on Sep 19
5
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zarautz to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zarautz to Bilbao will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 buses from Zarautz to Bilbao, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 61 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zarautz to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price (fuel + tolls) | ||
1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) | ||
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €4 |
The table below shows live departures for Zarautz to Bilbao buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:20 PM Zarautz | 1h00 | 2:20 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Zarautz | 0h40 | 5:40 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 PM Zarautz | 0h40 | 8:50 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 PM Zarautz | 0h30 | 9:40 PM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Zarautz | 0h30 | 12:30 AM Bilbao | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Take a bus from Zarautz to Bilbao and enjoy the approximately 37 miles (61 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 22:37.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 10:37 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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