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Muzeul Național de Artă Timișoara
Major art museum in the Baroque Palace with Romanian and European collections, plus temporary exhibitions.
Flights from Bilbao to Timișoara depart on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $175 (€143) but you can travel from only $170 (€139) by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:55, the last at 18:50. The fastest flight covers the 1198 miles (1928 km) distance in 5h 20m. March is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1198 miles (1928 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $175 (€143) |
Flights per day 6 |
Fastest flight 5h 20m |
First flight 5:55 AM |
Last flight 6:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Timișoara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $170. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $170, and a flight costs an average of $175.
Distance: 1198 miles (1928 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$314 Average price | $181 Average price Cheapest | $473 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 38h 30m Average total duration 38h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Timișoara:
A bus is $133 (€109) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Timișoara costing on average $314 (€257).
Other travel options to Timișoara take longer:
Bus takes on average 38h 0m.
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Major art museum in the Baroque Palace with Romanian and European collections, plus temporary exhibitions.
Regional history museum covering archaeology, Banat heritage, and major temporary exhibitions in central venues.
Museum and memorial documenting the 1989 Revolution, essential for understanding the city’s modern history.
Grand central square lined with landmark buildings, fountains, and promenades; the city’s main gathering place.
Historic old town district with pedestrian streets, major squares, and many of Timișoara’s top sights.
Pleasant walking and cycling route along the Bega River, popular for sunsets and local everyday life.
A rich tripe soup with sour cream, garlic, and vinegar, widely loved in Banat and across Romania as a hearty traditional meal.
Bean soup served in a hollow bread loaf, a classic rustic Romanian dish often found in traditional restaurants in Timişoara.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with minced meat and rice, usually served with sour cream and polenta; a staple of festive Romanian cooking.
A respected venue for Romanian wines and modern cuisine, offering a stylish setting suited to a more upscale evening meal.
An established central restaurant with refined European and Romanian dishes, known for polished service and an elegant atmosphere.
A well-known traditional Romanian restaurant serving Banat specialties in a warm, rustic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Generally affordable for visitors. Meals, coffee, and local transport cost less than in many Western European cities, while central hotels are moderate.
A 10% tip is standard in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated for hotel staff; tipping is not expected for counter service.
Official public transport app
Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, Timișoara -> Timișoara Nord Railway Station, Timișoara
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