How to travel from Astorga to Bilbao

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Compare bus for Astorga to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Astorga to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 6h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, while a bus costs an average of $52.

Distance: 167 miles (270 km)

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Driving

$52

Average price

Cheapest

$77

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Astorga to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $52 (€42).
The fastest way to travel from Astorga to Bilbao is by train with an average journey time of 5h 26m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 52m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Astorga and Bilbao.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Astorga to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 6h 22m versus 3h 41m 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.

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.

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from Astorga to Bilbao

How to get from Astorga to Bilbao by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Astorga to Bilbao is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe ALVIA00621 · 04267
    12:52 PM9h36
    Astorga station
    10:28 PMBilbao-Abando
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Renfe ALVIA00621 · 04267
    12:52 PM9h36
    Astorga station
    10:28 PMBilbao-Abando
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Renfe ALVIA00621+Renfe INTERCITY00280
    12:52 PM5h30
    Astorga station
    6:22 PMBilbao-Abando
    $421One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Renfe ALVIA00621+AlsaNormal
    12:52 PM7h43
    Astorga station
    8:35 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $431One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    1:00 PM7h20
    Astorga, Estación de Autobuses
    8:20 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    9:50 AM7h55
    Astorga, Estación de Autobuses
    5:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    8:00 PM8h15
    Astorga, Estación de Autobuses
    4:15 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Astorga to Bilbao

Travel to Bilbao easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Astorga to Bilbao.

FAQs
You can travel between Astorga and Bilbao by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Astorga to Bilbao is a train with an average price of $11 (€9).

This is compared to other travel options from Astorga to Bilbao:

A train is $38 (€31) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Astorga to Bilbao costing on average $48 (€40).

The fastest way to travel from Astorga to Bilbao is by train with an average journey time of 5h 33m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 51m.

The distance from Astorga to Bilbao is approximately 167 miles (270 km).
The average frequency per day from Astorga to Bilbao is:
  • Around 4 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Astorga and Bilbao as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Astorga to Bilbao:
  • Trains mostly depart from Astorga station and arrive in Bilbao-Abando.
  • Buses mostly depart from Astorga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Astorga to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Bilbao by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra to go to Bilbao by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Astorga to Bilbao often also extend their vacation to go to Donostia-San Sebastian, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Pamplona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bilbao and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bilbao to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bilbao, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Artxanda, accessible by funicular, and explore the vibrant La Ribera Market with its fresh produce and local delicacies. A walk along the Nervión River offers beautiful cityscape views, while enjoying pintxos in local bars provides a taste of Basque culture. Discover the Azkuna Zentroa, a cultural center in a former wine warehouse. Don't miss the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao with its innovative architecture, the historic Casco Viejo, the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, the Gothic Santiago Cathedral, and the striking Zubizuri Bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava.
A visit to Bilbao is typically well-suited for a 2 to 3-day itinerary, allowing time to explore the Guggenheim Museum, Casco Viejo, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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